Tenoclor 100 Tablet

Tenoclor 100 Tablet is a prescription tablet that contains atenolol 100 mg and chlorthalidone 25 mg in each tablet. Atenolol is a beta-blocker and chlorthalidone is a thiazide-like diuretic, and together they help lower blood pressure and reduce the workload on the heart. Tenoclor 100 Tablet is used for hypertension, especially when one medicine alone has not controlled blood pressure well enough. By helping the body remove extra salt and water and slowing the heart rate, it can lower the risk of complications from high blood pressure when taken as directed.

How it works: As a tablet, Tenoclor 100 Tablet delivers atenolol and chlorthalidone in one oral dose for steady daily treatment. Atenolol slows the heart and lowers blood pressure, while chlorthalidone helps the kidneys remove extra salt and water, which reduces fluid volume and blood pressure.

Tenoclor 100 Tablet is the higher-strength tablet in this combination, so it is usually chosen only after a clinician has decided that a full-strength atenolol/chlorthalidone dose is appropriate. Because it contains 100 mg of atenolol plus chlorthalidone 25 mg per tablet, it is not a mild starter dose and may produce a stronger blood-pressure and heart-rate effect than lower-strength options.

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Blood pressure control when one medicine is not enough
• Reducing strain on the heart
• Lowering cardiovascular risk related to uncontrolled hypertension

• Swallow the Tenoclor 100 Tablet whole with water.
• Take it at the same time each day, exactly as prescribed.
• It can usually be taken with or without food, but take it the same way each day if possible.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet unless your prescriber or pharmacist specifically tells you to.
• If it makes you urinate more, taking it earlier in the day may help reduce nighttime trips to the bathroom.
• Do not stop Tenoclor 100 Tablet suddenly without medical advice.

Each Tenoclor 100 Tablet provides atenolol 100 mg plus chlorthalidone 25 mg per tablet. The doctor decides how often you should take it; many patients take it once daily, but the exact schedule depends on blood pressure response, heart rate, kidney function, and other medicines. Do not take more than prescribed, and do not change the dose on your own because this strength is a full-dose combination tablet.

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

Common side effects of Atenolol + Chlorthalidone may include:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Tiredness or fatigue
• Slow heart rate
• Increased urination
• Weakness
• Cold hands or feet
• Electrolyte changes such as low potassium, which may be more noticeable with this strength

• Use caution if you have asthma, COPD, or other breathing problems because atenolol can worsen wheezing in some people.
• Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, since atenolol can mask signs of low blood sugar such as a fast heartbeat.
• This higher-strength tablet may lower heart rate and blood pressure more strongly, so standing up slowly can help reduce dizziness.
• Avoid drinking alcohol heavily because it can increase dizziness and lower blood pressure further.
• Inform your prescriber about kidney disease, gout, thyroid disease, or dehydration before using Tenoclor 100 Tablet.
• Do not use without medical guidance if you have certain heart rhythm problems, severe heart failure, or a very slow pulse.
• Use care when driving or operating machinery until you know how Tenoclor 100 Tablet affects you.

• Other blood pressure medicines, especially calcium channel blockers, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, or alpha-blockers
• Digoxin or other medicines that slow the heart rate
• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen, which can reduce blood-pressure control
• Lithium, which may be affected by chlorthalidone
• Insulin or diabetes medicines, because atenolol can hide low-blood-sugar warning signs

Store Tenoclor 100 Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, and keep it out of reach of children.