Tenormin

Slow Heart Rate, Atrial Fibrillation, Migraine + 14 more

Treatment

7 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Tenormin

What is Tenormin

Atenolol

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Atenolol is a type of medication used to treat various heart conditions. It was invented in 1958 by Scottish pharmacologist Sir James Black, who won the Nobel Prize for his work. Atenolol is usually prescribed for high blood pressure, heart attack, arrhythmias, and heart failure. However, studies have suggested that atenolol may not reduce mortality or cardiovascular disease in people with hypertension, and the risk of stroke may depend on the age of the patient. Therefore, atenolol should be used based on more than just hypertension.

Tenormin

is the brand name

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Tenormin Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Tenormin

Atenolol

1990

432

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Atenolol, otherwise called Tenormin, is approved by the FDA for 7 uses like Hypertensive disease and Refractory Hypertension .

Hypertensive disease

Used to treat Refractory Hypertension in combination with Chlorthalidone

Refractory Hypertension

Used to treat Refractory Hypertension in combination with Chlorthalidone

Hypertensive disease

Helps manage High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Slow Heart Rate

Heart Attack

Hemodynamically Stable

Hypertension

Effectiveness

How Tenormin Affects Patients

Atenolol is a drug that can help regulate the heart. It works by blocking certain hormones and nerves that control the heart rate, electrical conductivity, and contractility. This reduces the amount of work the heart needs to do, which can reduce the risk of angina or chest pain. It also helps to control the rate of electrical signals in the heart, which can help with arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat). Atenolol can also help lower blood pressure, though it is less effective than other beta blocker drugs. It may cause fatigue, depression, or sleep disturbances like nightmares or insomnia. It can also cause

How Tenormin works in the body

Atenolol is a type of drug that only affects certain parts of the body, called a cardioselective beta-blocker. It works by blocking the activity of special receptors in the heart and lungs called beta-1 receptors. When these receptors are blocked, the signals sent to the heart and lungs that cause them to work harder are stopped. This can slow down the heart rate and relax the muscles in the lungs, making it easier to breathe. In the heart, atenolol stops certain proteins from increasing the amount of calcium in the cells. This helps reduce the amount of contractions in the heart and keeps

When to interrupt dosage

The quantity of Tenormin is contingent upon the identified condition, including Atrial Fibrillation, Migraine and Hypertensive disease. The measure of dosage shifts as per the technique of delivery (e.g. Tablet - Oral or Tablet) specified in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Slow Heart Rate

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Heart Attack

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Chest Pain

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Thyrotoxicosis

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Hypertension

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Atrial Fibrillation

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Migraine

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Secondary prevention Myocardial infarction

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Migraine Disorders

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Congestive Heart Failure

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Syndrome

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Coronary Artery Disease

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Hypertensive disease

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Hypertensive disease

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Tachycardia, Ventricular

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Hemodynamically Stable

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Tachycardia, Ventricular

, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg/mg, 5.0 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, , Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Tablet - Buccal; Oral; Sublingual; Transmucosal, Intravenous, Injection, solution, Injection, solution - Intravenous

Warnings

Tenormin Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Heart Block

Do Not Combine

Shock, Cardiogenic

Do Not Combine

Sinus Bradycardia

Do Not Combine

Heart Failure

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Tenormin.

Common Tenormin Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

4-Bromo-2,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of 4-Bromo-2,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine can be decreased when used in combination with Atenolol.

4-Methoxyamphetamine

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of 4-Methoxyamphetamine can be decreased when used in combination with Atenolol.

Abediterol

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Abediterol can be decreased when used in combination with Atenolol.

Adrafinil

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Adrafinil can be decreased when used in combination with Atenolol.

Agrostis gigantea pollen

Major

The risk of a hypersensitivity reaction to Agrostis gigantea pollen is increased when it is combined with Atenolol.

Tenormin Toxicity & Overdose Risk

The toxic dose of atenolol in mice is 2g/kg when taken orally, 57mg/kg when taken intravenously, 134mg/kg when injected into the body, and 400mg/kg when given subcutaneously. In rats the toxic dose is 2g/kg when taken orally and 77mg/kg when taken intravenously. Rabbits have a toxic dose of 50mg/kg when taken intravenously. Studies in rats and mice showed no carcinogenic effects when the animals were given 300mg/kg per day (150 times the maximum recommended human dose) for 18-24 months

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Tenormin Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Tenormin?

626 active studies are presently investigating the potential of Tenormin in managing Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Artery Atherosclerosis and Ventricular Tachycardia.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Atrial Fibrillation

81 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 4, Phase 3, Early Phase 1

Congestive Heart Failure

167 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Early Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4

Thyrotoxicosis

0 Actively Recruiting

Migraine

43 Actively Recruiting

Phase 4, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 2, Early Phase 1

Secondary prevention Myocardial infarction

0 Actively Recruiting

Coronary Artery Disease

1 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable

Heart Attack

25 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 3

Syndrome

4 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 3, Not Applicable

Migraine Disorders

1 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3

Tachycardia, Ventricular

0 Actively Recruiting

Hypertension

0 Actively Recruiting

Slow Heart Rate

2 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable

Hemodynamically Stable

0 Actively Recruiting

Hypertensive disease

0 Actively Recruiting

Chest Pain

2 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3

Tachycardia, Ventricular

0 Actively Recruiting

Hypertensive disease

30 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3

Tenormin Reviews: What are patients saying about Tenormin?

5

Patient Review

1/24/2012

Tenormin for Ventricular Rate Control in Atrial Fibrillation

I've been taking Tenormin for a while now and it does help to keep my blood pressure stable. However, I have developed an annoying cough that I haven't been able to shake. From what I understand, this is a common side-effect of the medication. Has anyone else experienced something similar?

5

Patient Review

3/25/2014

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

I started with a 100 mg dose, but my blood pressure went down to about 90/65. The doctor reduced my dosage to 50 mg a day and it has worked well for my blood pressure. My heart rate is high (120 to 90 bpm) and it did not affect that so I'm going to ask for a beta blocker like Sectral.

5

Patient Review

10/18/2011

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

I've been on this medication for a long time, and it's no longer keeping my blood pressure down. I'll have to add other medications to it now. I also wonder if it's good for diabetics given that it can cause kidney problems.

5

Patient Review

1/24/2013

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

This treatment is always effective and helpful.

5

Patient Review

11/15/2012

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

After taking the 12.5 mg dose, I felt lightheaded and dizzy after two hours.

5

Patient Review

2/24/2012

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

I've been on this medication for a few years now and it's done wonders for managing my PVCs. I started at a lower dose and gradually increased as needed. I experienced some fatigue and breathlessness, but it was worth it to get my BP under control.

4.7

Patient Review

4/27/2016

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

I've been taking Atenolol 50mg for my hypertension and it's been working great. I'm 39 years old and have been taking this medication for more than two years now. I used to take it at night so I didn't experience any fatigue during the day.

4.7

Patient Review

3/15/2011

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

4.7

Patient Review

2/18/2015

Tenormin for Supraventricular Cardiac Arrhythmia

I've been taking this medication for nearly two years now, in conjunction with amlodipino and enalapril. So far so good!

4.3

Patient Review

8/10/2011

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

4

Patient Review

7/3/2014

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

I have noticed changes in my husband's personality since he started taking Tenormin. Has anyone else experienced this side effect?

3.7

Patient Review

1/17/2012

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

I've been on this medication for over 15 years, and in the last six months my blood pressure has not been where it should be. My doctor added Lisinopril 20 mg once a day, but after reading these reviews I realize that I have a lot of symptoms that I thought were due to getting older. These include thinning hair, fatigue, weight gain, no libido, tiredness all the time, depression, etc.

3.7

Patient Review

5/18/2012

Tenormin for Rapid Ventricular Heartbeat

I've been taking Tenormin 50mg for two decades with good results. I haven't experienced any side effects, which is great. My blood pressure has stayed around 128/78.

3.7

Patient Review

9/17/2011

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

I was on 50mg for many years. B/P good & HB slow 50-60. 3 yrs ago reduced to 25mg. Still about the same. Recently told to cut pill in half & take every 12 hrs. Still about the same. Experience some shortness of breath and fatigue, which I can live with as I am still able to be quite active. Also caused ED; thankfully viagra exists

3.7

Patient Review

9/17/2011

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

I took Atenolol for one year and it did lower my blood pressure; however, I started losing hair mass after just three months on the medication. This was a huge downside for me, and something to keep in mind if you're considering this treatment option.

3.3

Patient Review

5/1/2012

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

I was feeling better until Procardia was added to my treatment.

3

Patient Review

6/18/2012

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

I took this drug for many years and saw some great benefits, like quitting smoking and drinking, and losing weight. Recently I complained of shortness of breath to my doctor, who then weaned me off the medication. As a result, I no longer have shortness of breath; in fact, a number of other issues I had before - like GERD and fatigue - got better. I would definitely recommend making lifestyle changes if you're able.

2.7

Patient Review

2/21/2018

Tenormin for Ventricular Rate Control in Atrial Fibrillation

I've been taking this for four days now and I am feeling very strange. I can't sleep, I'm constantly crying, and I feel really creepy. Not sure if I can handle two more weeks of this.

2.7

Patient Review

5/5/2011

Tenormin for High Blood Pressure

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Patient Q&A Section about tenormin

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What are the side effects of Tenormin?

"The following are symptoms of the flu:

Dizziness

Lightheadedness

Tired feeling

Nausea

Slow heart rate

Depression

Decreased sex drive

Impotence"

Answered by AI

When should I take Tenormin?

"To take atenolol, you will typically take it once or twice a day. Your doctor may tell you to take your first dose before going to bed because it can make you feel dizzy. If you do not feel dizzy after the first dose, you can take the medicine in the morning."

Answered by AI

Is Tenormin a good drug?

"Atenolol (Tenormin) can help to relieve chest pain and angina. It may also reduce the risk of death if taken after a heart attack. Although it can be used to treat high blood pressure, it is not the preferred option and is usually only used if other medications have not been effective."

Answered by AI

What is Tenormin tablets used for?

"Atenolol is used to treat high blood pressure, either on its own or with other medications. By lowering high blood pressure, it can help prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. It is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and improve survival rates after a heart attack."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Tenormin

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NNC0487-0111 for Obesity and Heart Failure

18+
All Sexes
Alexander City, AL

This study is being done to look at the safety and effect of NNC0487-0111 in people with Heart Failure with preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) or Heart Failure with mildly reduced Ejection Fraction (HFmrEF) and excess body weight when compared to placebo. The purpose of this clinical study is to find out if NNC0487-0111 is safe and effective for treating people who have HFpEF or HFmrEF and excess body weight. Participants will get NNC0487-0111 or placebo by injection once a week. Which treatment participants get is decided by chance. NNC0487-0111 is a new medicine that doctors cannot prescribe yet, but it has been tested in people before.

Phase 3
Waitlist Available

Advanced Cardiovascular, LLC (+99 Sites)

Clinical Transparency (dept. 2834)

Novo Nordisk A/S

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Telehealth vs Traditional Rehab for Heart Attack

18+
All Sexes
New York, NY

Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is an effective evidence-based intervention that improves outcomes in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS), but many eligible patients do not complete the program. A hybrid CR intervention that combines telehealth, home-based, and clinic-based components (TeleheartCR) may increase participation by addressing barriers to access while maintaining the functional capacity benefits of traditional CR. The purpose of this study is to conduct a randomized controlled trial comparing TeleheartCR with traditional clinic-based CR in patients with ACS to evaluate differences in program adherence and pre-to-post program change in functional capacity.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Andrea T. Duran, PhD

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VARIPULSE Catheter for Atrial Fibrillation

18 - 80
All Sexes
Tucson, AZ

The purpose of this study is to assess how safe VARIPULSE catheter system is for treatment of a heart rhythm disease called persistent atrial fibrillation (PsAF) in participants who are having a catheter ablation procedure (treat heart rhythm disease). This includes isolation of pulmonary vein and superior vena cava (heart veins; PVI and SVCI), with or without another technique called posterior wall isolation (PWI). Also, to assess how safe it is for participants who are having a catheter ablation procedure and at the same time receiving another procedure called left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO; to reduce stroke risk). Additionally, to assess how well VARIPULSE catheter system works over a long period of time for treatment of PsAF in participants undergoing catheter ablation.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Tucson Medical Center (+2 Sites)

Biosense Webster, Inc. Clinical Trial

Biosense Webster, Inc.

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Single-lead ECG Screening for Atrial Fibrillation

18 - 90
All Sexes
Boston, MA

The goal of this prospective, non-randomized pilot study is to learn whether predictions from a previously validated 12-lead ECG-based artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm (ECG-AI) identify people more likely to have undiagnosed atrial fibrillation (AF). The main questions it aims to answer are: Do people predicted to have high risk of AF using ECG-AI have a higher rate of new AF diagnosis using 1L ECG screening compared with people predicted to have a low risk? Do AI-based AF risk estimates from the 12-lead ECG correlate with AF risk estimates from the 1L ECG? Do people find 1L ECG screening for AF acceptable and useful? Participants will: Undergo screening with 1L ECG mailed to their home Complete a survey assessing attitudes toward 1L ECG screening Complete a 14-day patch monitor on 1 or 2 occasions depending on 1L ECG results

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Mass General Brigham

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Iron Infusion Notification for Heart Failure

18+
All Sexes
Pleasanton, CA

The INITIATE-HF study is a cluster randomized controlled trial that aims to find out if reminding doctors about treatment guidelines for iron deficiency in adults with heart failure who are hospitalized and have evidence of iron deficiency changes the subsequent use of intravenous (IV) iron. Two groups of hospitalized adult patients with known heart failure and iron deficiency will be compared: * Group 1 will include doctors who receive a notification with their patient's iron storage test results and guideline recommendations related to the use of IV iron. * Group 2 will include doctors who do not receive this notification and continue with usual standard of care. The study will measure if this provider-facing notification affects physician use of recommended IV iron treatment in eligible patients with heart failure, left ventricular ejection fraction less than 50%, and iron deficiency. Secondarily, if there is an increased use of IV iron observed in the intervention group, this study will evaluate whether there are differential health outcomes (i.e., fewer subsequent hospital visits and lower risk of death) of patients whose providers were assigned to the intervention group.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Division of Research

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