Nadolol

Generic name: Nadolol
Brand names: Corgard
Dosage form: oral tablet (20 mg; 40 mg; 80 mg)
Drug class: Non-cardioselective beta blockers

Usage of Nadolol

Nadolol is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).

Nadolol is used to treat angina (chest pain) or hypertension (high blood pressure).

Nadolol may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Nadolol side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic Reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Nadolol may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;

slow heartbeats;

shortness of breath (even with mild exertion), swelling, rapid weight gain; or

bronchospasm (wheezing, chest tightness, trouble breathing).

Common side effects of nadolol may include:

numbness or cold feeling in your hands or feet;

dizziness;

feeling tired;

upset stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation;

vision problems; or

mood changes, confusion, memory problems.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Nadolol

You should not use nadolol if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

asthma;

a serious heart condition such as "AV block" (2nd or 3rd degree) or severe heart failure; or

if your heart cannot pump blood properly.

To make sure nadolol is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

coronary artery disease (clogged arteries);

congestive heart failure;

a thyroid disorder;

kidney disease;

diabetes (taking nadolol can make it harder for you to tell when you have low blood sugar); or

a history of allergies.

It is not known whether nadolol will harm an unborn baby. Nadolol may cause heart or lung problems in a newborn if the mother takes the medicine during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using nadolol.

Nadolol can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while taking nadolol.

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How to use Nadolol

Usual Adult Dose for Angina Pectoris:

Initial dose: 40 mg orally once a day; may be increased by 40 to 80 mg every 3 to 7 days until optimum response is obtained or pronounced heart rate reduction occursMaintenance dose: 40 to 80 mg orally once a day; up to 240 mg once a day may be requiredMaximum dose: 240 mg/day

Usual Adult Dose for Hypertension:

Initial dose: 40 mg orally once a day; may be increased in 40 to 80 mg increments until optimum blood pressure reduction is achievedMaintenance dose: 40 to 80 mg orally once a day; up to 320 mg once a day may be required

Warnings

You should not use nadolol if you have asthma, a serious heart condition, severe heart failure, or if your heart cannot pump blood properly.

What other drugs will affect Nadolol

Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using, especially:

digoxin, digitalis;

insulin or oral diabetes medicine; or

reserpine, or other blood pressure medications.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with nadolol, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.

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