
BLOKIUM TAB 50MG
Blokium 50mg Tablet contains Atenolol, which is a beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (chest pain), and certain heart rhythm disorders. It works by slowing the heart rate and reducing the heart’s workload, helping improve blood flow and lower blood pressure.
Uses
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Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Helps lower blood pressure and reduce cardiovascular risks.
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Angina Pectoris (Chest Pain): Reduces frequency and severity of angina attacks.
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Arrhythmias (Abnormal Heart Rhythm): Helps maintain normal heart rhythm.
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Heart Attack Prevention: May be prescribed post-myocardial infarction to protect the heart.
Benefits
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Effective Blood Pressure Control: Reduces risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney complications.
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Heart Protection: Improves symptoms in angina and arrhythmias.
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Regulates Heart Rate: Maintains steady heartbeat.
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Convenient Dosing: Usually taken once daily for long-term management.
Side Effects
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Common: Fatigue, dizziness, cold hands or feet, slow heart rate.
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Less Common: Nausea, headache, mild sleep disturbances.
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Serious (rare): Severe bradycardia (very slow heart rate), worsening heart failure, severe allergic reactions.
