Atecard 25 Tablet

Atecard 25 Tablet is a prescription tablet that contains atenolol 25 mg in each tablet. Atenolol belongs to the beta blocker class, which is used to help manage high blood pressure, angina (chest pain), certain fast heart rhythms, and to lower the risk of some heart-related complications after a heart attack. Atecard 25 Tablet is taken by mouth and is meant for adults or other patients a clinician has specifically assessed for this strength. It should be used only as directed by a doctor.

How it works: Atenolol in Atecard 25 Tablet blocks beta receptors in the heart and blood vessels, which slows the heart rate and reduces the heart’s workload. As a tablet taken by mouth, it is absorbed through the digestive tract and then works throughout the body to help lower blood pressure and relieve strain on the heart.

Atecard 25 Tablet provides atenolol 25 mg per tablet, which is a low strength and is commonly used when a doctor wants a cautious starting or maintenance dose. Because there are no other strengths or forms in this brand line, this tablet fits standard atenolol dosing by allowing individualized dose changes based on blood pressure, heart rate, and how well the medicine is tolerated. Some patients feel the effect within a few hours, but the full benefit for blood pressure usually builds over days to weeks.

• High blood pressure
• Angina (chest pain)
• Certain fast or irregular heart rhythms
• Support after a heart attack
• Rate control when prescribed by a doctor

• Swallow Atecard 25 Tablet whole with water unless your prescriber gives different instructions.
• Take it at the same time each day to help you remember doses.
• It can be taken with or without food, but try to take it the same way each day.
• Do not stop taking atenolol suddenly, because that can worsen chest pain or raise your heart risk.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Check your pulse and blood pressure if your doctor has asked you to monitor them.

Each Atecard 25 Tablet contains atenolol 25 mg. The number of tablets taken per day depends on the reason it was prescribed, your response, and your heart rate and blood pressure; your doctor may start with one tablet daily and adjust the dose if needed. The maximum daily dose varies by condition and must be set by the prescriber, so do not increase the dose on your own.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Atenolol may include:

• Tiredness or low energy
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Slow heart rate
• Cold hands or feet
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Sleep changes or vivid dreams

• Atecard 25 Tablet can lower heart rate and blood pressure, so it may not be suitable if you already have a very slow pulse or certain heart block problems unless a doctor approves it.
• Use caution if you have asthma, COPD, or other breathing problems, because beta blockers can make breathing symptoms worse in some people.
• Do not stop atenolol suddenly without medical advice, especially if you take it for chest pain or heart rhythm control.
• This medicine can mask some warning signs of low blood sugar, such as a fast heartbeat, which matters if you have diabetes.
• Use caution when driving or standing up quickly until you know how Atecard 25 Tablet affects you, because dizziness can happen.
• Tell your doctor about kidney disease, since atenolol may need dose adjustment based on kidney function.
• Alcohol may add to dizziness or lightheadedness.

• Other blood pressure medicines, including calcium channel blockers, can increase the risk of low heart rate or low blood pressure.
• Digoxin may add to heart-rate slowing.
• Insulin or diabetes medicines may have their warning signs of low blood sugar masked.
• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen may reduce blood-pressure control in some people.
• Other beta blockers or medicines that slow the heart can increase side effects.

Store Atecard 25 Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, and keep it out of reach of children.