Aten 50 Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:10 AM (IST)

Aten 50 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (heart-related chest pain), irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia). It also helps to prevent future heart attacks and stroke.

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Atenolol (50mg)

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Zydus Cadila

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Product introduction

Aten 50 Tablet may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill and if you stop taking it, your condition may worsen.

The main side effects of this medicine are fatigue, slow heart rate, feeling dizzy, diarrhea, and nausea. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase certain side effects.

Uses of Aten Tablet

Benefits of Aten Tablet

Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Aten 50 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.

Treatment of Arrhythmia
Aten 50 Tablet is used to stabilize heart rhythms (particularly atrial fibrillation). It helps in normalizing an abnormal heart rhythm, preventing it occurring in the first place or slowing down the heart rate during an episode.

Prevention of Heart attack
Aten 50 Tablet helps lower your blood pressure and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Aten 50 Tablet works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heartbeat with less force. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

Side effects of Aten Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Aten

Dizziness
Fatigue
Slow heart rate
Cold extremities
Gastrointestinal disturbance
Nausea

How to use Aten Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aten 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Aten Tablet works

Aten 50 Tablet is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. The exact mechanism by which Aten 50 Tablet prevents migraines is not established yet and may vary from person to person. Aten 50 Tablet can prevent migraines by decreasing the excitability of the nervous system. Aten 50 Tablet is also believed to decrease the dilation of blood vessels that are responsible for migraine.

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Quick tips

It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Do not stop taking Aten 50 Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Aten 50 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Aten 50 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Aten 50 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Aten 50 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Aten 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aten 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended and can help in better dose adjustment.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Aten 50 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

How many hours does Aten 50 Tablet take to reduce high blood pressure?

Usually, Aten 50 Tablet starts working within 3 hours, but it can take up to 2 weeks to reach its full effect. You may not feel any difference in blood pressure after taking the medicine, but this does not mean that the medicine is not working. It is important to keep taking your medicine in the prescribed dose and duration to get the maximum benefit of Aten 50 Tablet.

Should I take Aten 50 Tablet in the morning or at night?

Aten 50 Tablet can be taken anytime in the morning or evening, usually prescribed once or twice daily. However, your very first dose of Aten 50 Tablet may make you feel dizzy, so it is better to take your first dose at bedtime. After that, if you do not feel dizzy, you may take it any time of the day. Follow the advice of your doctor. It is advised to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and consistent levels of medicine are maintained in the body.

What if I forget to take a dose of Aten 50 Tablet?

If you have missed a dose of Aten 50 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

What if I take more than the prescribed dose of Aten 50 Tablet?

If you take more than the prescribed dose, your heart rate may slow down and you may find it difficult to breathe. It can also cause dizziness and trembling. If you experience any of such side effects, seek immediate medical assistance. Avoid driving yourself to avoid any mishap. Get someone else to drive you or call for an ambulance. Take the Aten 50 Tablet packet or leaflet inside it, plus any remaining medicine, with you.

What are the most common side effects of Aten 50 Tablet?

The most common side effects of Aten 50 Tablet include cold extremities (feeling extreme cold), fatigue, slow heart rate, nausea, diarrhea and dizziness. However, these are usually mild and short-lived and not everyone will experience these side effects. But, if these do not resolve and bother you, consult your doctor to know about ways of coping up with them. Your doctor may also suggest ways of preventing them in future.

Can Aten 50 Tablet cause dizziness? How do I prevent it?

Yes, Aten 50 Tablet can cause dizziness as a side effect. If this happens to you, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. However, this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues. It would be best to avoid alcohol while being on treatment, as it may worsen the dizziness.

What should I tell my doctor before taking Aten 50 Tablet?

Aten 50 Tablet is not suitable for everyone. Therefore, it is advised to inform your doctor if you are allergic to Aten 50 Tablet or any of its ingredients before starting treatment. You must tell the doctor if you have low blood pressure or a slow heart rate, serious blood circulation problems in your limbs (such as Raynaud's phenomenon), which may make your fingers and toes tingle or turn pale or blue. In addition to that, inform your doctor if you are suffering or have suffered from metabolic acidosis (when there's too much acid in your blood), lung disease or asthma. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Also, inform your doctor if you're trying to get pregnant, are already pregnant or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.

Is Aten 50 Tablet effective?

Aten 50 Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Aten 50 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Aten 50 Tablet?

Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Aten 50 Tablet. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Practice yoga or meditation or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also helps to reduce stress levels and helps to keep your blood pressure normal. Stop smoking and alcohol consumption as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and preventing heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products. Consult your doctor if you need any further guidance to get the maximum benefit of Aten 50 Tablet and to keep yourself healthy.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Synthetic isopropylamino propanol derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

Beta blocker- Cardioselective

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References

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User feedback

Patients taking Aten 50 Tablet

Once A Day

86%

Twice A Day

13%

What are you using Aten Tablet for?

High blood pressure

78%

Arrhythmias

Others

Chest pain (Angina)

Heart attack

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

49%

Average

38%

Poor

14%

What were the side-effects while using Aten 50 Tablet?

Dizziness

27%

Fatigue

20%

No Side Effect

20%

Slow heart rate

13%

Headache

13%

How do you take Aten Tablet?

With food

100%

Please rate Aten 50 Tablet on price

Average

56%

Not Expensive

30%

Expensive

15%

Patient concerns

What is heart attack? When heart attack coming?

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Interventional Cardiology

Related to chest pain angina commonly

I am having pain in left side of the chest also in left arm is it related to heart attack what can be done get relief ??

Dr. Manju Singh

Homeopathy

Please consult to your nearest doctor for blood pressure examination. then let me know.

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Aten 50 Tablet

General Information

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Marketer

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Product introduction

Uses of Aten Tablet

Benefits of Aten Tablet

Side effects of Aten Tablet

How to use Aten Tablet

How Aten Tablet works

All substitutes for Aten 50 Tablet

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

How many hours does Aten 50 Tablet take to reduce high blood pressure?

Should I take Aten 50 Tablet in the morning or at night?

What if I forget to take a dose of Aten 50 Tablet?

What if I take more than the prescribed dose of Aten 50 Tablet?

What are the most common side effects of Aten 50 Tablet?

Can Aten 50 Tablet cause dizziness? How do I prevent it?

What should I tell my doctor before taking Aten 50 Tablet?

Is Aten 50 Tablet effective?

What other lifestyle changes should I make while taking Aten 50 Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Kidney Function Test

References

User feedback

Patients taking Aten 50 Tablet

What are you using Aten Tablet for?

How much was the improvement?

What were the side-effects while using Aten 50 Tablet?

How do you take Aten Tablet?

Please rate Aten 50 Tablet on price

Patient concerns

What is heart attack? When heart attack coming?

I am having pain in left side of the chest also in left arm is it related to heart attack what can be done get relief ??

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