Normitab Tablet 50mg

About Normitab Tablet 50mg

Normitab Tablet Uses

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Management of angina pectoris (chest pain due to reduced blood flow to the heart)
• Control of irregular heart rhythms such as supraventricular tachycardia
• Secondary prevention after a heart attack to reduce the risk of further cardiac events

Normitab Tablet Benefits

• Lowers blood pressure and reduces strain on the heart
• Reduces the frequency of angina episodes
• Helps stabilize irregular heartbeat
• Improves survival after a heart attack when used as directed

What Experts Say

Atenolol is a selective beta-1 blocker that reduces heart rate and lowers the force of heart contraction, which decreases the workload on the heart. This selective action means it has less effect on the lungs compared to non-selective beta blockers, making it a common choice for patients with respiratory conditions.

Doctors across Pakistan usually start with a low once daily dose, since atenolol has a long half life that supports steady blood pressure control with a single dose. The dose is often adjusted gradually based on response, since a sudden jump can cause excessive slowing of the heart rate.

Hypertension and ischemic heart disease remain common across Pakistan, and doctors across Pakistan routinely monitor heart rate, blood pressure, and kidney function during atenolol therapy, since the drug is cleared mainly through the kidneys. Sudden discontinuation is avoided because it can trigger rebound high blood pressure or chest pain.

Drug Class

• Beta-1 Selective Adrenergic Blocker

Normitab Tablet 50mg formula

• Atenolol

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Normitab Tablet 50mg?

• Take one tablet daily at the same time each day, with or without food
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without consulting a doctor
• Take exactly as prescribed based on blood pressure or heart rate response

Drug Interactions

• Calcium Channel Blockers: Combining with verapamil or diltiazem may cause excessive slowing of the heart rate
• Other Antihypertensives: May cause an additive drop in blood pressure
• NSAIDs: Can reduce the blood pressure lowering effect of atenolol
• Insulin or Antidiabetic Drugs: May mask signs of low blood sugar
• Clonidine: Stopping clonidine while on atenolol can cause a sharp rise in blood pressure

Risks and warnings

• Asthma or COPD: Avoid in patients with active bronchospasm or severe asthma, since beta blockade can worsen breathing
• Heart Block: Avoid in patients with significant heart block or a very low heart rate
• Diabetes: May mask symptoms of low blood sugar such as a fast heartbeat
• Kidney Impairment: Dose adjustment needed since atenolol is cleared mainly through the kidneys
• Abrupt Discontinuation: Stopping suddenly can trigger rebound high blood pressure or chest pain

Normitab Tablet Side Effects

• Fatigue or tiredness
• Cold hands and feet
• Slow heart rate
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Nausea
• Rarely, shortness of breath or wheezing in susceptible patients

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place
• Keep the tablets in their original blister pack until ready to use
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children