Drug reference
atenolol-chlorthalidone
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Drug class
Cardiovascular (Combination(CVS))
Mechanism of action
Atenolol: Cardioselective inhibitor of beta(1)-adrenoceptor, exhibits beta(2)-adrenoceptors inhibition and negative chronotropic effect Chlorthalidone: Monosulfonamyl diuretic inhibits Na and Cl reabsorption in cortical-diluting segment of ascending loop of Henle
Common side effects
- Lightheadedness
- Drowsiness
- Blurred vision
- Bradycardia
- Cold extremities
- Electrolyte abnormalities
- Diarrhea
Contraindications
- Anuria Cardiogenic shock Heart block 2°/3° Hypersensitivity to either component or sulfonamides Overt cardiac failure Sinus bradycardia
Known interactions (1)
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is atenolol-chlorthalidone?
atenolol-chlorthalidone belongs to: Cardiovascular.
How does atenolol-chlorthalidone work?
Atenolol: Cardioselective inhibitor of beta(1)-adrenoceptor, exhibits beta(2)-adrenoceptors inhibition and negative chronotropic effect Chlorthalidone: Monosulfonamyl diuretic inhibits Na and Cl reabsorption in cortical-diluting segment of ascending loop of Henle
What are the common side effects of atenolol-chlorthalidone?
Lightheadedness, Drowsiness, Blurred vision, Bradycardia, Cold extremities, Electrolyte abnormalities, Diarrhea
Which drugs interact with atenolol-chlorthalidone?
isocarboxazid
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