Lotensyl AT Tablet 10's

Question 1

How does Lotensyl AT Tablet 10's work?

Accepted Answer

Lotensyl AT Tablet 10's contains Atenolol (beta-blocker) and Lercanidipine (calcium channel blocker). Atenolol works by changing the way your body responds to some nerve impulses, including in the heart. It slows down your heart rate and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Lercanidipine works by blocking calcium going into muscles in the heart and blood vessels. Muscles need calcium to contract, so when you block the calcium, it makes the muscle cells relax. This lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Altogether, Lotensyl AT Tablet 10's helps in lowering your raised blood pressure and in reducing the risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future.

Question 2

Do I need to take Lotensyl AT Tablet 10's even if my blood pressure becomes normal?

Accepted Answer

Even though your blood pressure becomes normal after using Lotensyl AT Tablet 10's, it may switch back to high ranges if you stop using it. Your doctor may change the dosing schedule based on your blood pressure range.

Question 3

How long can Lotensyl AT Tablet 10's be taken?

Accepted Answer

Lotensyl AT Tablet 10's can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Conditions such as high blood pressure are life-long conditions, and one should not abruptly discontinue it without discussing it with a doctor.

Question 4

Can high blood pressure harm my baby in pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure during pregnancy is called 'Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH). It is harmful to both the baby and the mother. In the mother, very high blood pressure can cause seizures (fits), headache, swelling of feet, kidney damage and a higher risk of bleeding during pregnancy and during delivery. This can also affect the baby by causes abnormal fetal heart rate of the baby, risk of stillbirth and small baby. So, during the pregnancy, you should have regular blood pressure monitoring. Visit your Obstetrician if you have any concerns related to blood pressure during pregnancy.

Question 5

Can Lotensyl AT Tablet 10's be taken for years?

Accepted Answer

Usually, Lotensyl AT Tablet 10's is prescribed for a long term treatment ranging from weeks to months for treating heart-related conditions and disorders. However, taking it on your own for years without a doctor's consent can be fatal. Hence, only take it as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you.

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