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I have been taking Atenolol 25mg./day for 5 1/2 months for high b...

Posted at 8: 4 AM on Jun 02, 2008 by abbysgram, #31023
I have been taking Atenolol 25mg./day for 5 1/2 months for high blood pressure. I am a 63 year old female. The side effects for me are tingling in my fingers, which is especially annoying at night, and muscle pain in my legs. I did not associate either of these effects with the drug until I researched it on the internet and learned that they might be associated with atenolol. I have since reduced the dose in half and am experiencing less tingling and muscle pain
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Reply about 1 year ago on Jun 02, 2008 by jessmrng2015, #8831

you should consult with your doctor before changing your dosage. Stopping an Atenolol containing medication or changing it in any abrupt can cause irregular heart beat and even a heart attack.

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Reply about 1 year ago on Jun 02, 2008 by abbysgram, #8834

I actually reduced the dose as a result of consulting with my doctor.
I monitor my blood pressure and heart rate at home.Since reducing
the dose of Atenolol, my blood pressure has remained low/normal
and heart rate avg. about 60 bpm.

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