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I'm on propranolol 10 mg 3 times daily for propranolol. what dose of atenolol would be equal to the propranolol dose? doc wants me to switch

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Dr. Budi Bahureksa answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Ok: Atenolol 50 mg one tablet a day is probably enough -- but you have to work with your doctor ok

Dr Myers agreed

Answered 6/9/2014

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Hello, Thank you in advance. I am on a very low dose of atenolol, not even 12.5 mg a day. It affects my central nervous system, makes me weak, achy and tingling. Mostly controls HR, but Dr. wants to switch me to Propranolol. Is this better tolerated?
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