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Atenolol is a beta blocker which is a kind of rhythm control drug (cardiovascular drug).

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Brands

Tenormin • B-block • Hexa-blok • Tenopress • Tenoret • Zetenol • Ten-bloka

Side Effects

Common

Spinning sensation
Dizziness
Nausea
Leg pain
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Drowsiness
Low blood pressure on standing
Lethargy
Low blood pressure

Serious

Slow heart rate
Hypersensitivity

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