Are there any long-term side effects associated with Betacard (100 mg)?

Long-term use of Betacard (100 mg) is generally safe . It works best when taken long term for heart conditions or migraine prevention .

Does Betacard (100 mg) cause frequent urination?

No, Betacard (100 mg) is a Beta blocker , not a diuretic (water pill). Diuretics can cause frequent urination. Betacard (100 mg) should not cause you to urinate more frequently than usual .

Is it safe to exercise while taking Betacard (100 mg)?

Yes, you can exercise because beta blockers slow the heart rate, preventing the typical increase in heart rate associated with exercise. But you will not be able to achieve your target heart rate, which is the number of heartbeats per minute that you typically aim for when exercising .

In which conditions should Betacard (100 mg) be used with caution?

Before taking Betacard (100 mg), patients with hyperthyroidism, lung diseases like asthma, or diabetes mellitus should consult a physician .

Is it safe to take Betacard (100 mg) during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Pregnant women should use Betacard (100 mg) with caution because it may affect fetal growth. Betacard (100 mg) passes into breast milk and may make the baby sleepy .

Drug Price - Betacard (100 mg) 100mg

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Betacard (100 mg) (Atenolol) Drug Price and Information

Information Checked by - Dr. M. Sree Mohana Preetha, Pharm D

Further Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Pharm D

Last Updated on August 08, 2019

Atenolol (Betacard (100 mg)) blocks beta-1 receptors, which are present on the heart. This prevents the action of nerve chemicals adrenaline and noradrenaline on the heart. As a result, heart beats at a slower rate and with lesser force, and thus pumps out lesser blood into blood vessels. This action of Atenolol (Betacard (100 mg)) reduces blood pressure in the hypertensive patients. Since the heart treated with Atenolol (Betacard (100 mg)) beat slowly and with less force, it uses lesser energy thus relieving pain in angina and also reduces the risk of heart attack.

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Betacard (100 mg) - Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Betacard (100 mg) Tablet

Generic : Atenolol

₹ 62.44

100mg

14 Tablets

Price Updated on August 08, 2019

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When is Betacard (100 mg) prescribed?

It is prescribed for -

⇨ Chest Pain

⇨ Non-Communicable Diseases

⇨ Heart Attack

⇨ Diabetes and Hypertension

⇨ Munchausen Syndrome

⇨ High Blood Pressure

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Last Updated on August 08, 2019