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I just started taking atenolol 12.5mg. bp and heart rate good. feeling lightheaded all day. doctor says these side effects are ok and temporary?
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Side effects: These symptoms are quite common with Atenolol. There is typically an "acclimation" phase for 1-2 weeks as your body adjusts to the medication. If the symptoms persist and are not tolerable, you may need to stop the medicine.
Answered 12/18/2014
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