Tenolol 100 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. The alternative uses of Tenolol 100 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Tenolol 100 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Tenolol 100 Tablet are Blurred vision, Cold hands. Some other side effects of Tenolol 100 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Tenolol 100 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tenolol 100 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Tenolol 100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma must refrain from the use of Tenolol 100 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Tenolol 100 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Tenolol 100 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tenolol 100 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Tenolol 100 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Tenolol 100 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tenolol 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Tenolol should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Tenolol 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Tenolol may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Tenolol should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Tenolol 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Tenolol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tenolol 100 Tablet on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Tenolol on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Tenolol will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Tenolol 100 Tablet on the Heart?
Tenolol is rarely harmful for the heart.
Tenolol 100 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 Tenolol 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tenolol 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Tenolol 100 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Tenolol 100 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Tenolol 100 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tenolol 100 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tenolol 100 Tablet
Tenolol 100 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tenolol 100 Tablet
Consuming Tenolol 100 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Tenolol is not approved for the treatment of insomnia (sleeplessness). Hence you are advised not to take this drug by yourself to induce sleep.
Rarely, Tenolol causes depression. However, the exact cause of depression is not known. If you experiencing insomnia, persistent feeling of sadness, loss of appetite, loss of interest in activities which are symptoms of depression then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Take Tenolol once or twice in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because of the presence of food does not affect its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, thyrotoxicosis, and improper liver or kidney function.
No, Tenolol is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Tenolol may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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