Co-Tenidone Tablets
Co-Tenidone tablets come in two strengths: 50/12.5mg and 100/25mg
What are Co-Tenidone Tablets?
Co-Tenidone tablets contain Atenolol and Chlorthalidone. Atenolol belongs to a group of medicines known as beta-blockers and Chlorthalidone belongs to a group of medicines known as diuretics (water pill). This medication may be used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
How do the active ingredients Atenolol and Chlorthalidone work as a treatment for High Blood Pressure?
Atenolol works by affecting the response to nerve impulses in certain parts of the body, like the heart. It does this by slowing down your heart rate, and making your heart beat with less force. This makes it easier for your heart to pump your blood around your body, which lowers your blood pressure. When the blood pressure is lowered, the amount of blood and oxygen is increased to the heart .
Chlorthalidone reduces the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine, which helps to lower blood pressure .
What is High Blood Pressure?
High blood pressure is added workload to the heart and arteries. If this added pressure continues for a long period of time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. With controlled treatment of high blood pressure these problems may be less likely to occur.
Emergency supplys of Co-Tenidone:
Co-Tenidone is a prescription only medicine and an Emergency Supply can only be issued if you are currently being prescribed this medication by your GP for high blood pressure. You will need to fill out a questionnaire, which is then reviewed to make sure Co-Tenidone is a suitable treatment for you. You will also need to upload proof that you have used this item before. If your order is approved, your Co-Tenidone can be sent directly to you.
Warnings and Precautions
Always take this medication exactly as directed by your GP.
Keep out of sight and Reach of children.
Do not eat or drink grapefruit or grapefruit juice, as this can interact with the medicine.
If you are taking any new medications even over the counter medicines whilst taking Co-Tenidone you should make your GP aware to prevent interactions.
Avoid or limit alcohol comsumption whilst taking Co-Tenidone. (Alcohol with these tablets can cause your blood pressure to drop to low and dizziness).
Ingredients:
Active ingredients: Atenolol and Chlorthalidone.
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