Nadolol Oral
Generic Name: NADOLOL - ORAL
Pronounced: (nay-DOE-lole)
Nadolol Oral Warning
If you have chest pain (angina) or heart disease (e.g., coronary
artery disease, ischemic heart disease, high blood pressure), do
not stop using this drug without first consulting your doctor. Your
condition may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped. If
your doctor decides you should no longer use this drug, you must
gradually decrease your dose according to your doctor's
instructions.
When gradually stopping this medication, it is recommended that
you temporarily limit physical activity to decrease work for the
heart. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop worsening
chest pain, tightness/pressure in the chest, chest pain spreading
to the jaw/neck/arm, sweating, trouble breathing, or fast/irregular
heartbeat.
Nadolol Oral Side Effects
Dizziness, drowsiness, weakness, and cough may occur. If any of
these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist
promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because
he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the
risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have
serious side effects.
This drug may reduce blood flow to your hands and feet, causing
them to feel cold. Smoking may worsen this effect. Dress warmly and
avoid tobacco use.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of the following unlikely
but serious side effects occur:
- bluish color of the fingers/toes/nails
- hair loss (reversible)
- mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, confusion, memory
problems)
- numbness/tingling
- decreased sexual ability
- swelling of the ankles/feet
- severe tiredness
- vision changes
- wheezing
- unexplained/sudden weight gain
Seek immediate medical attention if any of these unlikely but
very serious side effects occur:
- chest pain
- jaw/left arm pain
- slow/irregular/fast heartbeat
- severe dizziness/fainting
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but
seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a
serious allergic reaction may include:
- rash
- itching
- swelling
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
Nadolol Oral Medical Alert
Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854- 1166 (USA)
or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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