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What exactly does atenolol do?

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Reduce hr and bp: Atenolol reduces your blood pressure and heart rate. It is called a beta blocker and it blocks the beta adrenergic receptors that have an effect on these vital signs.

Answered 4/15/2019

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Dr. Fuad Kiblawi answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

Lower HR and BP: It is a beta blocker and it lowers the heart rate and reduces blood pressure.

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