Tenolol 12.5 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina, High BP. Other than this, Tenolol 12.5 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Tenolol 12.5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Tenolol 12.5 Tablet include Blurred vision, Cold hands. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tenolol 12.5 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tenolol 12.5 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Tenolol 12.5 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Tenolol 12.5 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tenolol 12.5 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma must refrain from the use of Tenolol 12.5 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tenolol 12.5 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Tenolol 12.5 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tenolol 12.5 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Tenolol 12.5 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 12.5 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tenolol 12.5 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 12.5 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 12.5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Tenolol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tenolol 12.5 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 12.5 Tablet on the Heart?
Tenolol is rarely harmful for the heart.
Tenolol 12.5 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 12.5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tenolol 12.5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Tenolol 12.5 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 12.5 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Tenolol 12.5 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tenolol 12.5 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tenolol 12.5 Tablet
Tenolol 12.5 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 12.5 Tablet
Consuming Tenolol 12.5 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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