The drug 'Atenolol Nycomed'

For the drug "Atenolol Nycomed" there is a chemical, and international consonant name "Atenolol". Structurally, the drug looks structurally as (RS) -4- (2-hydroxy-3- (isopropylamino) phenyl-acetamide. "Atenolol" tablets are bulbous, coated with pills of white color, have a capsule-like shape. A notch for the fault, on the one hand there are inscriptions АВ55 and АВ57.

In one tablet, depending on the form of release may contain fifty or one hundred mg of atenolol. As auxiliary constituents, talc, gelatin, propylene glycol, titanium dioxide, magnesium stearate, ipromelose 2910 (15 cp), corn starch, sodium lauryl sulfate, heavy magnesium carbonate are used as auxiliary constituents .

The drug "Atenolol Nycomed" acts as a beta1-selective (cardioselective) blocker of adrenergic receptors, does not possess membrane-stabilizing activity. This drug manifests an anti-anginal, anti-arrhythmic and hypotensive effect. It is able to block beta-adrenoreceptors of the heart, reduce stimulation of the sympathetic myocardium in the autonomic nervous system and catecholamines that circulate in the blood. The drug "Atenolol" affects the decrease in the automatism of the sinus node, normalizes the heart rate for rest and physical activity. It stabilizes the process of contractility and excitation of the myocardium, slowing down AV-conduction. When it is used, there is a decrease in myocardial oxygen demand. Favorably affects the systematic use of the drug "Atenolol" to lower blood pressure. Stabilization of the hypotensive effect occurs at the end of the second week of admission.

The drug "Atenolol Nycomed" with the oral method of reception is able to be absorbed in the digestive tract in a volume of 50-60% of the administered dose. It is excreted from the body with urine with a half-life of 6-7 hours. These terms for patients suffering from renal insufficiency depend on the speed of glomerular filtration.

Indications for the use of the drug "Atenolol Nycomed" are arterial hypertension and forms of tachyarrhythmia (including sinus). Apply the drug and as a prophylactic for angina attacks.

The daily dosage of the drug for adults in the treatment of angina and arterial hypertension reaches 50-100 mg. Tablets are taken twice a day, taking into account that the daily dose does not exceed 200 mg. Drink the product with a small amount of water.

The medicine is used in strict accordance with the recommendations of the attending physician. Self-medication is unacceptable. The drug "Atenolol Nycomed" also has side effects. The cardiovascular system can respond with the appearance of bradycardia, AV-conduction disorders, there may be sensations of paresthesia and cold extremities, in some cases symptoms of heart failure appear . The digestive tract reacts negatively to the drug with nausea, constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth (rarely), endocrine system - possible development of hypoglycemic state in patients suffering from diabetes, urogenital system - possible decrease in potency. An adverse CNS reaction can manifest itself in headache, dizziness, sleep disorders, depression, fatigue sensations. Also, allergic reactions, itching and redness are not excluded. There were recorded cases of increased sweating, reduced secretion of tear fluid, the appearance of conjunctivitis.

There are also a number of contraindications. They include separate stages of chronic heart failure, bradycardia, arterial hypotension, increased sensitivity to the drug, etc.

Store the medicine in a dry place, protected from light, precluding the access of children. The room temperature is up to 25 ° С. The medicine retains its properties for five years.