Details for: AA-ATENIDONE
Company: AA PHARMA INC
| DIN | DIN name | Active Ingredient(s) | Strength | Dosage Form | Route of Administration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02248763 | AA-ATENIDONE | ATENOLOL; CHLORTHALIDONE | 50 MG; 25 MG | TABLET | ORAL |
| 02248764 | AA-ATENIDONE | ATENOLOL; CHLORTHALIDONE | 100 MG; 25 MG | TABLET | ORAL |
Consumer Information
This information was provided by the drug’s manufacturer when this drug product was approved for sale in Canada. It is designed for consumers and care givers. It is a summary of information about the drug and will not tell you everything about the drug. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about the drug.
What the medication is used for
AA-ATENIDONE is used to treat high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) in adults.
What it does
AA-ATENIDONE contains two active ingredients: atenolol and chlorthalidone. Each active ingredient reduces blood pressure in a different way.
Atenolol belongs to a group of drugs called “beta blockers”.
•It makes your heart beat more slowly and less forcefully. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic.
• It increases the amount of urine produced by the kidneys.
This medicine does not cure your disease but helps to control it.
When it should not be used
- are allergic to atenolol, chlorthalidone or sulfonamide-derived drugs or any of the ingredients in AA-ATENIDONE.
- have slow or irregular heartbeats or if you have been told that you have heart block.
- have severe heart damage and your heart is not able to pump enough blood to meet your body’s needs.
- have heart failure and you notice that your symptoms are getting worse. For example you feel more tired, are out of breath more often, or have swelling of the ankles.
- have a problem with your heart’s electrical conduction (that causes you to have chest pain, difficulty breathing, nausea, fatigue and fainting).
- have low blood pressure.
- have serious problems with blood flow in your feet and legs (peripheral artery disease).
- have loss of sensation with agents that cause heart failure.
- have a condition called pheochromocytoma (a tumour of the adrenal gland).
- have a condition called metabolic acidosis (abnormal levels of acids in your blood).
- are unable to produce urine.
- are pregnant, are trying or planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding.
- are 18 years or younger.
What the medicinal ingredient is
atenolol and chlorthalidone
What the non-medicinal ingredients are
microcrystalline cellulose, crospovidone, magnesium stearate, colloidal silicon dioxide
What dosage form it comes in
AA-ATENIDONE 50/25 tablets: 50 mg atenolol and 25 mg chlorthalidone
AA-ATENIDONE 100/25 tablets: 100 mg atenolol and 25 mg chlorthalidone
Warnings and precautions
Serious Warnings and Precautions
To help avoid side effects and ensure proper use, talk to your healthcare professional before you take AA-ATENIDONE. Talk about any health conditions or problems you may have, including if you:
- have a history of heart problems.
- have a history of fainting.
- have asthma or other lung problems (like bronchitis or emphysema).
- have thyroid problems.
- have liver or kidney problems.
- have circulation problems.
- have lupus or gout.
- have diabetes and take medicine to control your blood sugar or have low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
- have ever been told that you suffer from a particular type of chest pain (angina), called Prinzmetal’s angina.
- have had allergic reactions or have allergies.
- have had a surgery on a nerve (sympathectomy).
- are dehydrated or suffer from excessive vomiting, diarrhea, or sweating.
- develop a skin rash while taking AA-ATENIDONE.
Other warnings you should know about: Do not stop taking AA-ATENIDONE suddenly. This could cause chest pain or a heart attack. If your doctor decides that you should stop taking AA-ATENIDONE, your dose may be reduced so that you need to use it less and less before you stop the medication completely.
Tell your doctor if you are going into the hospital for an operation. If you go into the hospital, let the medical staff know and in particular the anaesthetist (if you are having an operation) that you are taking AA-ATENIDONE.
Driving and using machines: Before doing tasks that require special attention, wait until you know how you respond to AA-ATENIDONE.
You may notice that your pulse rate becomes slower while taking AA-ATENIDONE. This is normal but if you are concerned, please talk to your doctor about it.
Tell your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including any drugs, vitamins, minerals, natural supplements or alternative medicines.
Interactions with this medication
The following may interact with AA-ATENIDONE:
- drugs used for lowering blood pressure or treating angina:
- beta-blockers (such as clonidine)
- calcium channel blockers (such as verapamil, diltiazem or nifedipine)
- catecholamine-depleting drugs (such as reserpine or guanethidine)
- If you think you have taken too much AA-ATENIDONE, contact your healthcare professional, hospital emergency department or regional Poison Control Centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.
- vasodilators
- drugs used to treat irregular heartbeats (such as disopyramid or amiodarone)
- drugs used to treat heart failure (such as digoxin)
- non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs) (such as indomethacine or ibuprofen)
- anesthetic drugs used during surgery
- alcohol, sleeping pills (barbiturates) or strong pain medications (narcotics)
- norepinephrine, a heart stimulant
- lithium, a drug used to treat certain psychiatric disorders
- tubocurarine, a drug used to relax the muscles during surgery
- fingolimod, a drug used to treat multiple sclerosis
Proper use of this medication
How to take AA-ATENIDONE: Take AA-ATENIDONE:
- exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- by swallowing the tablet whole with water.
- once a day, at the same time each day.
If you have the impression that the effect of AA-ATENIDONE is too strong or too weak, talk to your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible.
Do not stop taking AA-ATENIDONE or change your dose without consulting your doctor. This can be dangerous.
Usual Dose
Usual Adult Dose: One tablet per day.
Overdose
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take the dose as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Side effects and what to do about them
These are not all the possible side effects you may feel when taking AA-ATENIDONE. If you experience any side effects not listed here, contact your healthcare professional. Side effects may include:
- cough
- cold fingers and toes
- diarrhea
- dizziness
- dry mouth
- headache
- joint and back pain
- nausea
- tiredness
- trouble sleeping
- vertigo
| Symptom / effect | Talk to your healthcare professional Only if severe | Talk to your healthcare professional In all cases | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help |
|---|---|---|---|
| Common | |||
| Bradycardia: decreased heart rate that causes you to be dizzy or faint | ✔ | ||
| Chest pain | ✔ | ||
| Low levels of sodium or potassium in the blood: weakness, vomiting, and cramps | ✔ | ||
| Uncommon | |||
| Allergic reactions: rash, swelling of the lips, face or neck, difficulty breathing or speaking | ✔ | ||
| Rare | |||
| Heart conduction disorders: feeling lightheaded, dizzy or passing out | ✔ | ||
| Hypotension (low blood pressure): dizziness or lightheadedness leading to fainting can occur when changing positions, for example from lying down to standing up | ✔ | ||
| Irregular heart beat or heart palpitations (skipped beats) | ✔ | ||
| Liver Disorder: yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, abdominal pain, nausea. Vomiting, loss of appetite | ✔ | ||
| Leg swelling from fluid retention | ✔ | ||
| Memory problems | ✔ | ||
| Inflammation of the Pancreas: abdominal pain that lasts and gets worse when you lie down, nausea, vomiting | ✔ | ||
| Shortness of breath | ✔ | ||
| Skin reactions: rash | ✔ | ||
| Vision problems | ✔ | ||
If you have a troublesome symptom or side effect that is not listed here or becomes bad enough to interfere with your daily activities, talk to your healthcare professional.
How to store
HOW TO STORE IT Store at room temperature (15º to 30ºC). Protect from light and moisture. Do not take your tablets after the expiry date on the container. Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Reporting side effects
You can report any suspected adverse reactions associated with the use of health products to the Canada Vigilance Program by one of the following 3 ways:
- Report online at MedEffect
- Call toll-free at 1-866-234-2345
- Complete a Canada Vigilance Reporting Form and:
- Fax toll-free to 1-866-678-6789, or
- Mail to:
Canada Vigilance Program
Health Canada
Postal Locator 0701D
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0K9
Postage paid labels, Canada Vigilance Reporting Form and the adverse reaction reporting guidelines are available at MedEffect.
NOTE: Should you require information related to the management of side effects, contact your health professional. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.
More information
- Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
- Find the full Product Monograph that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this Patient Medication Information by visiting the Health Canada website; the manufacturer’s website ***
This leaflet was prepared by AA Pharma Inc.