Drug Information
Generic Name:
Atenolol
Pronunciation:
ay-TEN-oh-lol
Product Name:
Tenormin
Category:
Beta Blockers
How is it given?:
by mouth (PO), intravenous (IV)
Uses:
High blood pressure, slowing of heart rate, angina pectoris, following heart attack to decrease risk
Comment:
Atenolol is used to lower blood pressure and slow heart rate. It is effective in treatment of angina pectoris and improves survival following heart attack.