Tenormin Side Effects

Depression, tiredness, and shortness of breath are a few common side effects of Tenormin. Some of the medicine's uncommon side effects include allergic reactions, headache, and an increase in liver enzymes. Some side effects should be reported to your healthcare provider, including difficulty breathing, chest pain, and irregular heartbeat.

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Tenormin Side Effects: An Introduction

As with any medicine, side effects are possible with Tenormin^®(atenolol). However, not everyone who takes it will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate the drug well. If people do develop side effects with Tenormin, in many cases, they are minor, meaning they require no treatment or are easily treated by you or a healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.

(This article discusses many, but not all, Tenormin side effects. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of side effects with you.)

Side Effects of Tenormin to Report

Some side effects with Tenormin are potentially serious and should be reported to your healthcare provider immediately.

These side effects include but are not limited to:

Unexplained swelling or sudden weight gain (see Atenolol and Weight Gain)
Chest pain
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting spells
Cold, tingling, or numbness in the hands or feet
Confusion
Worsening of asthma
Worsening of heart failure
An irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)
Signs of an allergic reaction, including:

Unexplained rash
Hives
Itching
Unexplained swelling
Wheezing
Difficulty breathing or swallowing.

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