Tenormin: A Medicine That Treats High Blood Pressure
Tenormin is used to block the action of the involuntary nervous system that is responsible for controlling the pace of the heart. Tenormin is mainly used to reduce high blood pressure. Also from this action Tenormin can be used in the treatment of heart arrhythmia a condition characterized by an irregular heartbeat. It can also be used in treating a condition known as angina which is characterized by chest pains. This usually occurs when the heart does not receive enough oxygen. Tenormin can also be used to treat migraine headaches and some forms of tremors. Tenormin may also be used in the treatment or prevention of heart attacks.
How Tenormin Works: Tenormin belongs to the category of drugs known as beta blockers or in full beta adrengenic blocking agent. Beta receptors are found in the body usually in the heart and in the blood vessels. Adrenaline and noradrenaline are two hormones that are produced by the body usually in response to stress. These two chemicals will usually attach themselves to the beta 1 receptors of the body. These will lead to the heart beating faster and with greater force leading to an increase in the blood pressure. Tenormin works by blocking these beta 1 receptors of the body. This leads to the heart having a reduced work load thereby beating less forcefully and you will have reduced blood pressure. Tenormin is therefore used mostly as a way to lower high blood pressure. In reducing the force that the heart is pumping blood through the body and the heart rate Tenormin reduces the amount of energy that the heart uses. This will reduce the amount of oxygen that is required by the heart. Hence Tenormin can be used to manage a condition known as angina. Due to Tenormin abilities to reduce the heart beat and force it can also be used in the treatment of heart arrhythmia. These occur usually due to the disturbance of the hearts electrical signals.
Tenormin Dosage: The recommended dosage of Tenormin is usually dependent on your doctor`s evaluation of your condition. Tenormin can be taken once or twice a day with or without food and with a glass of water. Take it at the same time of the day.
Precautions Before Taking Tenormin: You are advice against using Tenormin if you operate heavy machinery or are intending to drive as this drug will limit your ability to reason and may make you dizzy. If you are being treated with Tenormin inform your doctor when you get pregnant as it can harm an unborn child. It is also known to pass through breast milk and it may also harm a breastfeeding child. If you are diabetic consult with your doctor before taking Tenormin, it is known to mask some symptoms of low blood sugar. Inform you doctor if you suffer from any of the following conditions kidney and/or liver problems, circulatory system problems such as Raynaud`s syndrome, respiratory problems such as asthma, low blood pressure, problems with the heart such as heart failure, if you have an overactive thyroid, if you have allergies or if you suffer from myasthenia gravis. If you are on Tenormin do not stop taking it at once, gradually taper off the dosage.
Side Effects Of Tenormin: Side effects of taking Tenormin may include hives, unexplainable swelling, rashes or even difficulty breathing which usually indicates an allergic reaction to the ingredients in the drug. Some common side effects of taking Tenormin may include a decrease in your sex drive, you may also start to feel anxious, nervous, you may get nauseous and you may experience coldness in your hands and feet from reduced blood flow to these areas. Some serious side effects of taking Tenormin that will require your doctor`s immediate attention include a slowed heartbeat, any behavioral or mood changes, any feeling of lightheadedness of fainting, blue colored fingers or toes.
