Atenolol COMPOUND

• Atenolol is available by prescription only.

• Atenolol is used to treat...

• Hypertension, or high blood pressure

• Tachyarrhythmia, or abnormally elevated heart rate

• Atenolol acts as a Beta1-blocker when given at correct dosages.

• Atenolol use should be discontinued gradually.

• Atenolol compound is available in...

• A capsule

• An oral suspension

• A tablet

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Atenolol should not be used in pets that...

• Are pregnant or nursing

• Suffer from Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

• Have illustrated any hypersensitivity to Atenolol

• Atenolol should be used cautiously in patients with...

• Renal insufficiency

• Diabetes

• Adverse side effects may occur if Atenolol is taken with...

• Sympathomimetics

• Anesthetic Agents

• Phenothiazines

• Furosemide

• Calcium channel blockers

• Hydralazine

• Drugs that cause hypotension

• Store at room temperature, protected from light and moisture.

• Shake suspension before use.

• Give atenolol as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions printed on the prescription label.

• Do not stop giving your pet atenolol unless instructed by your veterinarian, even if your pet appears to be improving.

• Suddenly stopping atenolol use can cause extreme worsening of symptoms in your pet.

• Shake suspension well before use.

• In the case of a missed dose, administer the dose when you remember or wait until the next dose should be administered. DO NOT GIVE A DOUBLE DOSE OF ATENOLOL.

• Do not administer a different dose of atenolol than the one prescribed by your veterinarian.

• Do not stop administering atenolol unless instructed to do so by your veterinarian.

• Remember to administer Atenolol exactly as your veterinarian has prescribed. DO NOT stop giving your pet Atenolol without first consulting your veterinarian.

• Stopping Atenolol use without properly tapering off dosing could cause an extreme worsening of symptoms.

• Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet...

• Develops a cough

• Becomes suddenly lethargic

• Has difficulty breathing