About Blokium Tablet 25mg
Blokium Tablet 25mg is Atenolol, a beta blocker used for hypertension and angina relief.
Blokium Tablet 25mg Uses
- Controls high blood pressure (hypertension)
- Eases chest pain caused by angina
- Helps regulate an irregular or fast heartbeat
- Supports heart recovery after a heart attack
- Reduces strain on the heart in patients with cardiovascular risk
Blokium Tablet 25mg Benefits
- Lowers blood pressure with a gentle starting dose
- Reduces how hard the heart has to work
- Lowers the frequency of angina episodes
- May reduce the risk of stroke linked to high blood pressure
What Experts Say
Cardiologists in Pakistan often start beta blocker therapy at the 25mg strength for patients who are new to this drug class or who have mild hypertension. This lower dose lets the heart adjust gradually while the doctor watches how blood pressure and pulse respond over the first few weeks.
Atenolol works by blocking beta-1 receptors in the heart muscle. This slows the heart rate, reduces the force of each contraction, and lowers the amount of renin released by the kidneys. Together these actions bring blood pressure down and reduce the oxygen demand of the heart, which also eases chest pain in angina.
Experts stress that this medicine must be taken daily and never stopped without medical advice. Sudden withdrawal can trigger a rebound rise in blood pressure or worsen angina. Regular pulse and blood pressure checks help doctors confirm the 25mg dose is enough or needs to be increased.
Drug Class
- Beta-1 selective adrenergic blocker (cardioselective beta blocker)
Blokium Tablet 25mg Uses in Urdu
- ہائی بلڈ پریشر کو کنٹرول کرنے کے لیے
- سینے کے درد یعنی انجائنا میں آرام کے لیے
- دل کی دھڑکن کو معمول پر رکھنے کے لیے
- دل کے دورے کے بعد دل کو سہارا دینے کے لیے
- دل پر پڑنے والے دباؤ کو کم کرنے کے لیے
Blokium Tablet 25mg formula
How to use Blokium Tablet 25mg?
- Take Blokium Tablet 25mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily
- Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
- Take it at the same time every day for steady blood pressure control
- Can be taken with or without food
- Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor
Drug Interactions
- Verapamil or diltiazem: Combining with these heart medicines can cause a dangerously slow heart rate
- Other blood pressure medicines: Can add up and cause blood pressure to drop too low
- NSAID painkillers: Medicines like ibuprofen can reduce how well Blokium controls blood pressure
- Insulin or diabetes tablets: Blokium can hide early symptoms of low blood sugar
- Digoxin: Combined use raises the risk of a very slow heart rate
- Clonidine: Stopping both medicines together can cause a sharp rebound in blood pressure
Risks and warnings
- Sudden stoppage: Stopping Blokium Tablet 25mg abruptly can cause a rebound rise in blood pressure or trigger angina
- Asthma or COPD: Use with caution as beta blockers can narrow airways in sensitive patients
- Diabetes: This medicine can mask the warning signs of low blood sugar such as a fast heartbeat
- Slow heart rate: Not recommended in patients with a very slow pulse or certain heart block conditions
- Kidney impairment: Dose may need adjustment since atenolol is cleared through the kidneys
- Pregnancy: Should only be used if the benefit clearly outweighs the risk to the baby
Blokium Tablet 25mg Side Effects
- Tiredness or fatigue
- Cold hands and feet
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Slow heart rate
- Low blood pressure
- Nausea or upset stomach
- Diarrhea
- Shortness of breath in sensitive patients
- Trouble sleeping
- Low mood or depression
- Reduced sex drive
- Cold sensitivity in fingers and toes
Storage Conditions
- Store Blokium Tablet 25mg below 30°C in a cool, dry place
- Keep the tablets in their original blister pack until ready to use
- Protect from direct sunlight and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
- Do not use beyond the expiry date printed on the pack
