Generic Tenormin

Generic Tenormin is sold under the name Atenolol tablets and is manufactured by a number of companies, including Teva Pharmaceuticals, Watson Pharmaceuticals, and Mylan Laboratories. Among the available strengths of generic Tenormin are 25 mg, 50 mg, and 100 mg.

 

Generic for Tenormin: An Overview

Tenormin® (atenolol) is a prescription medication that is used for lowering blood pressure (hypertension), relieving angina symptoms, and improving the chances of survival after a heart attack. Tenormin may also be used for other reasons, such as migraines or anxiety.
 
Tenormin is part of a class of medicines called beta-adrenergic blocking agents, or beta blockers for short. Tenormin helps to block a specific type of beta receptor called beta-1 receptors. By blocking beta-1 receptors, Tenormin causes the reverse effect of stress hormones, such as adrenaline (epinephrine). It decreases heart rate and both systolic and diastolic blood pressure, as well as the workload of the heart, meaning that the heart requires less blood and oxygen to work properly.
 
Tenormin was originally developed by AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals. It has since come off patent, making it available as a generic.
 

Generic Tenormin: Strengths

Generic Tenormin is sold under the name Atenolol tablets and is available in several strengths, including:
 
  • Atenolol 25 mg tablets
  • Atenolol 50 mg tablets
  • Atenolol 100 mg tablets.
     

Who Makes Generic Tenormin?

Generic Tenormin is currently manufactured by a number of companies, including but not limited to:
 
 
  • Mylan Laboratories
  • Sandoz
  • Teva Pharmaceuticals
  • Watson Pharmaceuticals.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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