TENOFED 10CAP

TENOFED capsules are a prescription medicine that contains two active ingredients, nifedipine, and atenolol. atenolol and nifedipine capsule is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

this combination medicine controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. by lowering the blood pressure, it helps in preventing future heart attacks and stroke.
together, they help relax blood vessels, reduce heart rate, and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. it lowers blood pressure.

it may cause side effects like fatigue, ankle swelling, headache, slow heart rate, and nausea. it may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

to reduce the swelling, raise your legs while sitting down. you may be asked to regularly monitor blood pressure, kidney functions, and electrolytes levels while on the treatment.

before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. you also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking, especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.

if your blood pressure is controlled, your risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problem is minimal. the medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. you do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.