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What is Nadolol and why is it prescribed? Nadolol is used in the treatment of angina pectoris and to reduce high blood pressure. When prescribed for high blood pressure, Nadolol is effective when used alone or in combination with other high blood pressure medications. Nadolol is a type of drug known as a beta blocker. It decreases the force and rate of heart contractions, reducing the heart's demand for oxygen and lowering blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure, you must take Nadolol regularly for it to be effective. Nadolol does not cure high blood pressure but it keeps it under control. How should you take Nadolol? Follow your doctors directions for taking Nadolol. Nadolol can be taken with or without food. Try not to miss any doses. Nadolol is taken once a day. If it is not taken regularly, your condition may worsen. If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If it is within 8 hours of your next scheduled dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take two doses at the same time. Store Nadolol at room temperature, away from light and heat, in a tightly closed container. Are there any Nadolol side effects? Nadolol side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Nadolol side effects may include change in behavior, changes in heartbeat, dizziness or light-headedness, mild drowsiness, slow heartbeat, and weakness or tiredness. Less common or rare Nadolol side effects may include abdominal discomfort, asthma-like symptoms, bloating, confusion, constipation, cough, decreased sex drive, diarrhea, dry eyes, dry mouth, dry skin, facial swelling, gas, headache, heart failure, impotence, indigestion, itching, loss of appetite, low blood pressure, nasal stuffiness, nausea, rash, ringing in ears, slurred speech, vision changes, vomiting, and weight gain. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Nadolol? If Nadolol is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Nadolol with Antidiabetic drugs (including insulin and oral drugs such as Micronase), Certain blood pressure drugs (such as Diupres and Ser-Ap-Es), or Epinephrine (EpiPen). Are there any special warnings about Nadolol? If you have a history of congestive heart failure, your doctor will prescribe Nadolol with caution. Nadolol should not be stopped suddenly. This can cause increased chest pain and even a heart attack. Dosage should be gradually reduced. If you suffer from asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, seasonal allergies or other bronchial conditions, or kidney or liver disease, Nadolol should be used with caution. Ask your doctor if you should check your pulse while taking Nadolol. It can cause your heartbeat to become too slow. Nadolol may mask the symptoms of low blood sugar or alter blood sugar levels. If you are diabetic, discuss this with your doctor. Nadolol may cause you to become drowsy or less alert. Notify your doctor or dentist that you are taking Nadolol if you have a medical emergency or before you have surgery or dental treatment. |
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