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Atenolol Information
Summary of
Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, and Foods
(for details about the summarized interactions, read the full article)
Avoid: Adverse interaction—Avoid these supplements when taking this
medication because taking them together may cause undesirable or dangerous results. |
High-potassium foods*
Pleurisy root*
Potassium supplements*
Tobacco
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| Depletion or interference |
None known
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| Side effect reduction/prevention |
None known
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| Supportive interaction |
None known
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| Reduced drug
absorption/bioavailability |
None known
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An asterisk (*) next to an item in the summary indicates that the
interaction is supported only by weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific
evidence.
Atenolol Interactions with Dietary Supplements
Potassium
Some beta-adrenergic blockers (called “nonselective” beta blockers) decrease the
uptake of potassium from the blood into the cells,1 leading to excess potassium in
the blood, a potentially dangerous condition known as hyperkalemia.2 People taking
beta-blockers should therefore avoid taking potassium supplements, or eating large quantities
of fruit (e.g., bananas), unless directed to do so by their
doctor.
Atenolol Interactions with Herbs
Pleurisy
root
As pleurisy root and other plants in the Aesclepius species contain cardiac
glycosides, it is best to avoid use of pleurisy root with heart medications such as
atenolol.3
Atenolol Interactions with Foods and Other Compounds
Food
may be taken with or without food.4
Alcohol
may cause drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, or blurred vision.5
Alcohol may intensify these effects and increase the risk of accidental injury. To prevent
problems, people taking atenolol should avoid alcohol.
Tobacco
In a double-blind study of ten cigarette smokers with angina treated with atenolol for one
week, angina episodes were significantly reduced during the nonsmoking phase compared to the
smoking phase.6 People with angina taking atenolol who do not smoke should avoid
starting. Those who smoke should consult with their prescribing doctor about quitting.
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Review Date: 4/23/2007
Medication: Atenolol -  - Average
Medication Type: Generic
Length Taken: Less than 1 month
Strength: 25 mg X 1 times per day
Side Effects: Depression, Dizziness, Dry Mouth, Loss of Energy
Other Products Taken: See my Review
I am a recent patient of hypertension and have started taking 25 mg. of atenolol with 2.5 mg of amlodipine and one ditide tablets in the morning and atorvastatin 10 mg. with ecosprin 75 mg. at night. I felt symptoms of low pulse which came up to 59, dizzines, lightheadedness and very lethargic. There was sense of depression. Medication was prescribed by a medical specialist and a cardiologist. I realized with brisk walking for an hour the symptoms given above reduced to 90%. It took me about seven days to come to normal routine. If doctor had advised me about side effects I may have been mentally prepared to go through the ordeal. All is well now.
Anonymous
Delhi, India
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Review Date: 3/21/2008
Medication: Totamol -  - Stay Far Away
Medication Type: Brand Name
Length Taken: Less than 1 month
Strength: 50 mg X 1 times per day
Side Effects: Anxiety, Depression, Dizziness, Nausea, Upset Stomach / Diarreha, Loss of Appetite, Loss of Sleep, Loss of Sex Drive, Made Me Nauseous
Other Products Taken: Lexapro, Loresapam
I started Atenolol recently for high blood pressure and irregular heart rhythym. I have found that it has given me depression and nausea, but it has reduced my high blood pressure and pulse. However, I am looking for an alternative.
michael c
West Indies
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Review Date: 4/16/2008
Medication: Atenolol - - Average
Medication Type: Generic
Length Taken: More than 1 year
Strength: 25 mg X 2 times per day
Side Effects: Gave Me Gas or Made Me Bloated, Loss of Sex Drive
Other Products Taken: Simvastatin 40 mg, Fish oil, Vitamin E 400 mg, Calcium with Magnesium, Multivitamin
I have a leaky heart valve, I have heart palpatations, and I have been taking Atenolol for over a year. I would like to wean myself off of this medication and take a natural vitamin such as 400 mg of Vitamin E.
Anonymous
Greenfield,WI USA
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Review Date: 10/31/2008
Medication: Atenolol - - Stay Far Away
Medication Type: Generic
Length Taken: Less than 1 month
Strength: 50 g X 1 times per day
Side Effects: Anxiety, Headache, Dizziness, Dry Mouth, Nausea, Stomach Pain, Constipation, Dry Skin, Gave Me A Rash, Gave Me Gas or Made Me Bloated, Loss of Appetite, Loss of Sleep, Loss of Energy, Increased Irritability, Made Me Nauseous
Other Products Taken: no
Terrible. Absolutely dreadful, should be banned. I was admitted to hospital given this drug. It felt like I was another planet, flashing lights, pains in my tummy like glass, dizzy, couldnt eat anything, sick all the time, 6 hours at time sick. Terrible bloating. Vivid dreams. I have stopped taking it
Christine Everitt
UK
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