Betanif 25/20 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Betanif 25/20 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Betanif 25/20 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Betanif 25/20 Tablet are Blurred vision, Cold hands. While these are the most often observed Betanif 25/20 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Betanif 25/20 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Betanif 25/20 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Betanif 25/20 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Betanif 25/20 Tablet related warnings section.
Betanif 25/20 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Betanif 25/20 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Betanif 25/20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Betanif 25/20 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Betanif 25/20 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betanif 25/20 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Betanif 25/20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Betanif. If you are pregnant, do not take Betanif without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Betanif 25/20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Betanif should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Betanif 25/20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Betanif on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betanif 25/20 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Betanif rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Betanif 25/20 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Betanif on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Betanif 25/20 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betanif 25/20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betanif 25/20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Betanif 25/20 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Betanif 25/20 Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Betanif 25/20 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betanif 25/20 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Betanif 25/20 Tablet.
Take Betanif as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Using this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.
Betanif is a brand name of atenolol and it is available in the form of a tablet. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as beta-blockers (beta1-selective (cardioselective) adrenoreceptor blocking agent). It is used for the management of hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic stable angina (chest pain) and acute myocardial infarction.
Yes, Betanif is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as headache, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Betanif and amlodipine can be taken together only on your doctor's advice. Betanif give synergistic effect when taken along with amlodipine. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with amlodipine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Betanif should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because suddenly discontinuing of this drug can cause chest pain, irregular heartbeat, and heart attack. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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