atenolol

What is this drug used for? It is used to treat high blood pressure.It is used to treat a type of long-term chest pain (stable angina) in some people.It is used after a heart attack to lower the chance of death.It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

COMMON USES: This medicine is a beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure and angina pectoris (chest pain). It is also used after a heart attack to improve survival. Controlling high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medicine may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.