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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
How does atenolol work? Atenolol is a type of medicine called a beta blocker.Like other beta blockers, 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.We do not fully understand how atenolol prevents migraines. It may work by relaxing the blood vessels involved or by reducing activity in the visual cortex. This is the part of the brain where migraines are believed to start. How long does atenolol take to work? Atenolol starts to work after about 3 hours to reduce high blood pressure, but it can take up to 2 weeks to reach its full effect.You may not feel any different when you take atenolol for high blood pressure, but this does not mean it's not working. It's important to keep taking your medicine.For migraines, it may take several weeks for atenolol to start making a real difference, so keep taking it. Are there any long-term side effects? Atenolol is generally safe to take for a long time.If you're taking it for a heart condition or to prevent migraines, it works best when you take it long term.You'll need to have your blood pressure checked regularly if you're taking atenolol for a long time for migraines. How does atenolol compare with other heart medicines? Atenolol works as well as other beta blockers for reducing blood pressure. But it's less likely to cause side effects because it works mainly on the heart.Other beta blockers, like propranolol, work on your heart and affect other parts of your body, too.There are lots of other medicines to lower your blood pressure and treat chest pain. They work in a different way from beta blockers and include:ACE inhibitors – for example, ramipril and lisinoprilangiotensin receptor blockers – for example, candesartancalcium channel blockers – for example, amlodipinemedicines that make you pee more (diuretics) – for example, furosemideBeta blockers are not usually the first choice treatment for high blood pressure. The medicine your doctor prescribes will depend on your age and ethnicity.If you're under 55, and you're not of African Caribbean or Black African origin, you'll usually be offered an ACE inhibitor or an angiotensin receptor blocker.If you're 55 or older, or you're any age and of African Caribbean or Black African origin, you'll usually be offered a calcium channel blocker.You may have to try other medicines if you get side effects.Many people need to take a combination of different medicines to lower their blood pressure. How does atenolol compare with other medicines for preventing migraine? Atenolol, metoprolol, propranolol and nadolol are all beta blockers, and they work well in preventing migraines. But most doctors prescribe propranolol.There are some other medicines that are known to prevent migraines, but they're not officially approved in the UK. They include amitriptyline, sodium valproate and gabapentin, and may have different side effects.Topiramate can also be used to prevent migraines but it has not been
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