Atenolol

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In medicine, atenolol is a cardioselective adrenergic beta-antagonist that is "possessing properties and potency similar to propranolol, but without a negative inotropic effect."[1]

Metabolism

Atenolol is excreted unchanged in the kidneys. Elimination is dependent on the glomerular filtration rate. Atenolol is not metabolized in the liver by cytochrome P-450 2D6 allele.

Dosage

For healthy adults, the starting dose is 50 mg orally once daily and the maximum dose is 100 mg orally once daily.

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The most up-to-date information about Atenolol and other drugs can be found at the following sites.


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