Arterial hypertension is a pathology that needs regular monitoring and constant medication. Many patients noted a positive result after applying the drug "Tenorik" from pressure, which combines a double effect.
Mechanism of action
The combined medication has a long antihypertensive effect due to the active substances in the composition. Atenolol refers to cardioselective β1-blockers and does not have membrane-stabilizing, sympathomimetic activity. Under its action, the number of contractions of the heart muscle decreases and excitability decreases. Indicators of upper (systolic) and lower (diastolic) pressure are normal.
Chlortalidone is a monosulfamyl (thiazide-like) diuretic that removes sodium, magnesium, and water from the body, which helps lower blood pressure. The disadvantage of this component is that the level of potassium required for heart function is reduced. The antihypertensive effect increases within 3-4 weeks.
A positive result of therapy is achieved precisely with a combination of the active substances of the drug - atenolol and chlortalidone. The drug "Tenorik" (pills for pressure) retains its effect throughout the day after taking one dose. The duration of the course of treatment is determined by the doctor and depends on the degree of hypertension.
"Tenorik": indications for the use of the drug
This drug is prescribed for the treatment of one disease - arterial hypertension. The combination of components allows patients with tachycardia and cardiac arrhythmias to take it. The pressure decreases gradually under the influence of the medication to normal (working) indicators, which avoids dizziness.
Causes of high blood pressure (arterial hypertension)
Cardiovascular diseases take the first place among the causes of mortality. These include hypertension, which occurs most often in patients older than 40 years. In the first stages, when the pathology is just beginning, the symptoms practically do not appear, and mild malaise, headache, dizziness are often attributed to the banal fatigue of the body.
The main causes of the development of hypertension include:
- Violations of the endocrine system.
- Impaired metabolism in the body.
- Elevated cholesterol.
- Overweight, obesity.
- Bad habits (especially smoking).
- Inactive lifestyle.
- Eating junk food regularly.
- Genetic predisposition.
Depending on the stage of hypertension, the attending physician should choose medications that will help keep blood pressure at the right level. For treatment of degrees 1 and 2, Tenorik may be prescribed, the price of which depends on the dosage of the active components. It should be borne in mind that for a positive result, it is necessary to radically change nutrition, the usual way of life and constantly monitor pressure indicators.
Dosage and route of administration
Tenoric tablets may contain 50 or 100 mg of active substances. At the beginning of the course of therapy, a minimum single dose of the drug is prescribed - 50 mg per day. The best effect is achieved with 100 mg. Within a few days, it is necessary to control blood pressure, and if treatment with the drug has no effect, it is replaced with another hypertensive agent. An increase in the daily dose (more than 100 mg) does not lead to a further decrease in pressure, therefore, additional drugs are often prescribed.
Elderly patients need to take the medicine "Tenoric" in a lower dosage. For people with kidney failure, the interval between doses of the drug increases. “Tenorik” is drunk at the same time (preferably in the morning), washed down with a small amount of water. The drug is intended for long-term use and should not be used if necessary to stop an attack of hypertension.
Features of use
If a hypertensive drug is prescribed to people with concomitant diseases, special attention should be paid to well-being after taking the medicine. “Tenorik” for pressure is used with caution in case of bronchial diseases (β2-adrenostimulants are additionally prescribed), heart failure, and diabetes mellitus. For patients with pheochromocytoma, the drug is used in combination with alpha-adrenergic blockers to prevent the development of a hypertensive crisis.
It is forbidden to drink alcohol during treatment with the drug "Tenorik". Indications for use (according to the instructions) allow it to be used during pregnancy under the strict supervision of the attending physician. The course of therapy must be discontinued before surgery (for 48 hours).
Long-term use of the drug can not be abruptly interrupted so as not to cause withdrawal syndrome, especially in the presence of coronary heart disease (fraught with heart attack). "Tenoric" reduces glucose tolerance.
Contraindications
There are a number of contraindications prohibiting the use of Tenorik. Drug use for the treatment of hypertension is unacceptable if the patient has the following diagnoses in history:
- Severe bradycardia.
- Arterial hypotension (low blood pressure).
- Pheochromocytoma.
- Gout.
- Hypoglycemia.
- Metabolic acidosis.
- Myasthenia gravis
- Obstructive bronchitis.
- Bronchial asthma.
- Acute heart failure.
- Acute hepatic or renal failure.
- Vasospastic angina pectoris.
- Chronic heart failure.
- AV block 1 and 3 degrees.
- Violations of the water-electrolyte balance.
- Emphysema.
- Pregnancy (in case of emergency) and lactation.
- Age to 18 years.
- Individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
The medication “Tenorik” for pressure can be prescribed exclusively by a doctor in order to prevent the negative consequences of self-medication.
Overdose symptoms
An increase in the recommended daily dose of the drug can cause a number of undesirable symptoms indicating an overdose. If arterial hypotension, bronchospasm, bradycardia, acute heart failure, seizures, loss of consciousness, vomiting, urgently need to seek medical help. A patient with similar signs of a drug overdose is entitled to hospitalization and constant medical supervision.
Interaction "Tenorika" with other drugs
Drugs from the group of β1-blockers are used with caution in the treatment of antiarrhythmic drugs of the first class, so as not to provoke an increase in cardiac depressive effect.
ACE inhibitors should not be taken with the drug "Tenorik". Testimonials from patients and doctors indicate that in this “duet” the antihypertensive effect is enhanced. An increase in blood pressure may occur while taking "Tenorica" and adrenaline (norepinephrine). Β1-blockers should not be combined with MAO inhibitors (there is a risk of increased pressure).
Reception of "Tenorik", as well as any other means from this group, must be stopped a few days before the end of use of clonidine. Drugs that have lithium in them, it is not advisable to use along with diuretics (reduced renal clearance of the element).
Only a doctor can choose a complex of drugs for the treatment of hypertension, which will take into account the interaction of drugs and their tolerability by an individual patient. Self-medication either will not bring results, or will lead to a deterioration in well-being.
Side effects
The drug "Tenoric" practically does not cause side effects if the dosage and recommendations for use are observed. In rare cases, some complications may occur:
- Dry mouth.
- Gastrointestinal Disorder.
- Constipation.
- Sharp mood swings.
- Hallucinations.
- Apathy.
- Visual impairment.
- Bradycardia
- Coldness of limbs.
- AV block.
- Arrhythmia.
- Skin rashes.
- Exacerbation of existing skin diseases (eczema, psoriasis).
- Dry eye syndrome.
- Decreased potency.
- Changes in laboratory parameters (hypokalemia, hyperuricemia).
- Bronchospasm.
If you find side effects, you need to seek the advice of a specialist. The drug for regulating blood pressure "Tenorik", the reviews of patients about which are mostly positive, has a good therapeutic effect. After a course of treatment, pressure indicators remain within normal limits for 2-3 months.
Analogs of "Tenorika"
The tool can be replaced with drugs that have a similar effect and have the same active ingredients. "Tenorik" (price per pack in a dosage of 50 mg - 150–190 rubles) made in India is one of the available antihypertensive drugs. Cheap analogues include Tenonorm, Tenorox, Atenolol Composite Sandoz.
Another substitute - "Tenoretik" - a drug made in England. It differs only in its higher cost (600–750 rubles per package in a dosage of 100/25 mg of active substances). The instructions for use describe similar properties of the drug, possible side effects and contraindications.
Hypertension Prevention
The first thing you should pay attention to hypertension is nutrition. Unhealthy animal fats, sweets, alcohol, strong coffee and tea should be completely excluded from the diet. The preference is given to fruits, vegetables, fish, cereals, dairy products, vitamins and minerals. You can clear the vessels of excess cholesterol with the help of medicines and recipes of alternative medicine (in any case, you need to consult a doctor).
Taking medicines (for example, "Tenorik") from pressure it is important to observe a healthy and active lifestyle. If possible, you need to spend more time outdoors, do simple exercises without heavy physical exertion, breathing exercises.