Twincard 50/2550mg+25mg
Rx- Generic:
- Atenolol + Chlorthalidone
- Company:
- Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Strip (10 Tablet)
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৳ 5/unit
Pack: ৳ 50
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- ৳ 5
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- ৳ 2.5
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At a glance
Atenolol + Chlorthalidone is a combination medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It combines a beta-blocker and a diuretic to effectively lower blood pressure.
Indications
- Hypertension (high blood pressure) - to lower blood pressure and reduce cardiovascular event risk
Dosage
Initial Dose: Atenolol 50 mg + Chlorthalidone 25 mg once daily.
Dose Adjustment: Additional antihypertensive agents may be added gradually (starting at 50% of usual dose) if optimal response is not achieved.
Renal Dose: Dose adjustment needed in severe renal impairment (atenolol is renally excreted).
Elderly: Insufficient data for patients ≥65 years; use with caution.
Side effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Cold extremities
- Bradycardia
- Postural hypotension
- Increased blood uric acid
- Hypokalemia
- Hyponatremia
- Hypomagnesemia
- Hypercalcemia
- Glucose intolerance
- Increased blood lipids
- Anorexia
- Gastric irritation
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Dyspnea
Precautions & warnings
Serious Precautions:
- Do not stop suddenly - may cause rebound hypertension, increasing risk of heart attack and stroke
- Caution in diabetic patients - beta-blockers may mask hypoglycemia symptoms; chlorthalidone may cause glucose intolerance
- May aggravate peripheral arterial circulatory disorders
- Gout risk - chlorthalidone may cause hyperuricemia
- Dehydration risk - drink plenty of fluids; report extreme thirst, muscle weakness, or dry mouth
- Monitor serum electrolytes regularly - risk of electrolyte imbalance
- Monitor renal function - discontinue if progressive renal impairment develops
- Pregnancy Category D - risk to fetus in third trimester
- Caution during breastfeeding - excreted in breast milk
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.