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Re: check out atenolol

Posted by SandyWeb on January 28, 2004, at 9:19:43

In reply to Re: check out atenolol » Emme, posted by dragonfly25 on January 28, 2004, at 7:12:44

Atenolol:

Distribution: Distributes into most tissues and fluids EXCEPT brain and CSF. About 5-15% protein bound.

Half-life: 6-7 hours

Onset: 1 hour

Peak: 2-4 hours

Chemical effect: Selectively blocks beta-1 adrenergic receptors; decreases cardiac output, peripheral resistance, and cardiac oxygen consumption; and depresses renin secretion.

Therapeutic effect: decreases blood pressure, relieves anginal symptoms, and reduces CV mortality rate and risk of reinfarction after acute MI.

Adverse Reactions:
CV: fatidue, lethargy

CV: bradycardia, hypotension

GI: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

Skin: rash


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