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What is Tenoretic 50: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Jan 13, 2021  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Tenoretic 50 overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Tenoretic 100, Tenoretic 50

Generic Names:

  • Atenolol-Chlorthalidone

Uses:

  • Treats high blood pressure. A lower blood pressure can reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. This medicine contains a beta blocker and a diuretic (water pill).

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Beta-Adrenergic Blocker, Cardioselective/Thiazide Combination

Forms:

  • Tablet

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What is Tenoretic 50 used for?

Atenolol-Chlorthalidone is a prescription only drug that is used by patients who have been diagnosed with hypertension. Patients use this medication to control their blood pressure. This drug is available as an oral tablet.

What form(s) does Tenoretic 50 come in

  • Tablet

What are common Tenoretic 50 doses?

  • Tablet 50-25MG

Common Tenoretic 50 prescriptions

  • Tenoretic 50
    50-25mg tablet

How to take Tenoretic 50

  • Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

  • Oral routeCarefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.

  • Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

  • Oral routeCarefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.

What to do if you miss a dose of Tenoretic 50

  • Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Oral routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Tenoretic 50 contraindications

  • Do not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to atenolol, chlorthalidone, or a sulfonamide (sulfa drugs). Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant, are not able to urinate, or if you have certain heart problems. Talk with your doctor about what these heart problems are.

Tenoretic 50 warnings

  • It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, angina (severe chest pain), diabetes, gout, heart or blood vessel problems, heart failure, lung disease, lupus, overactive thyroid, mineral imbalance (such as high calcium or low potassium, sodium in the blood), or a history of asthma or allergies. Tell your doctor if you have an untreated adrenal problem called pheochromocytoma.

  • This medicine may make you dizzy, lightheaded, or drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.

  • Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.

  • Do not stop using the medicine without asking your doctor, even if you feel well. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Tenoretic 50 interactions

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using clonidine (Catapres®, Combipres®), digoxin (Lanoxin®, Digitek®), indomethacin (Indocin®), lithium (Eskalith®, Lithobid®), reserpine, insulin or diabetes medicine that you take by mouth (such as glimepiride, glyburide, metformin, Actos®, Janumet®, Januvia®), medicine to treat a heart rhythm problem (such as amiodarone, disopyramide, Cordarone®, Norpace®), or other blood pressure medicines (such as amlodipine, diltiazem, verapamil, Caduet®, Lotrel®).

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, angina (severe chest pain), diabetes, gout, heart or blood vessel problems, heart failure, lung disease, lupus, overactive thyroid, mineral imbalance (such as high calcium or low potassium, sodium in the blood), or a history of asthma or allergies. Tell your doctor if you have an untreated adrenal problem called pheochromocytoma.

  • This medicine may make you dizzy, lightheaded, or drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.

  • Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.

  • Do not stop using the medicine without asking your doctor, even if you feel well. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Tenoretic 50 side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Chest pain (may be related to your disease and not a side effect)

  • Confusion, weakness, uneven heartbeat, trouble breathing, numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, or lips

  • Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps, nausea, vomiting

  • Rapid weight gain, swelling in your feet, ankles, or legs

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Dizziness

  • Tiredness

  • Dry eyes

  • Mild skin rash

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