What is Tenormin tablet used for?

Tenormin is used to: Treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Treat uneven heart beats (arrhythmias). Help prevent chest pain (angina).

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What are the side effects of Tenormin?

Common side effects of both preparations of Tenormin include:

Dizziness.
Lightheadedness.
Tired feeling.
Nausea.
Slow heart rate.
Depression.
Decreased sex drive.
Impotence.

Is Tenormin used for hypertension?

Tenormin Injection is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of high blood pressure, chest pain and in patients after a heart attack. Tenormin Injection may be used alone or with other medications. Tenormin Injection is a Beta-Blocker, Beta-1 Selective.

Is Tenormin and atenolol the same?

Tenormin is available in a generic form called atenolol. A generic drug is an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. The generic is considered to be as safe and effective as the original drug.

Is Tenormin a good drug?

Atenolol (Tenormin) is a good medication for controlling chest pain (angina). It can also lower the chance of death if taken after a heart attack. Though atenolol (Tenormin) can be taken for blood pressure, it is not preferred and is typically only used if other blood pressure medications are not working.

Is Tenormin better than atenolol?

Metoprolol showed a more significant reduction in risk of cardiovascular mortality as compared to atenolol. Metoprolol also showed a decreased trend for all-cause mortality and coronary heart disease. When evaluated for a decrease in risk of stroke, metoprolol proved to be superior to atenolol as well.

Does Tenormin cause weight gain?

Yes. Weight gain can occur as a side effect of some beta blockers. The average weight gain is about 2.6 pounds (1.2 kilograms). Weight gain is more likely with older beta blockers, such as atenolol (Tenormin) and metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol-XL).