Acebutolol HCL: Uses, indications and cautions when using

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Acebutolol HCl is a beta-blocker antihypertensive drug, indicated in cases of high blood pressure and cardiac arrhythmias. To achieve the most effective treatment, patients should take acebutolol HCL regularly, preferably at the same time of day.

1. What disease does Acebutolol HCl treat?

Acebutolol HCl is a beta-blocker antihypertensive drug. It works by blocking certain natural substances in the body such as epinephrine on the heart and blood vessels, thereby helping to reduce heart rate, blood pressure and pressure on the heart. Acebutolol HCl is indicated for the treatment of high blood pressure and cardiac arrhythmias. Good control of blood pressure and heart rate will help prevent strokes, heart attacks and damage to the kidneys.
Acebutolol HCl is used as follows:
It is taken by mouth with or without food, depending on your doctor's instructions, usually once or twice daily. The dose of the drug is prescribed by the doctor according to the patient's health condition and response to treatment. To get the most effective treatment, the patient should take the medicine regularly. To facilitate memory, the patient should take the medicine at the same time of day. It may take several weeks for the drug's effectiveness in controlling blood pressure to become apparent. Continue taking the medication even if your blood pressure readings return to normal. Tell your doctor if you use Acebutolol HCl but your blood pressure does not improve, your blood pressure readings do not decrease or even increase.

2. Acebutolol HCl side effects

High blood pressure patients treated with Acebutolol may experience some side effects such as fatigue, dizziness, dizziness, nausea, abdominal pain, slow heart rate, trouble sleeping. Tell your doctor if these side effects persist or get worse. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, if you want to get up from a sitting or lying position, you should get up slowly.
Acebutolol can reduce blood flow to the extremities, hands, and feet, causing the extremities to feel cold. Smoking will aggravate this condition. Therefore, patients should dress warmly and avoid using tobacco during drug treatment.
Serious side effects from taking the medicine include:
Asthma symptoms such as a feeling of tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, cough, wheezing Pale fingers or toes Fainting Very slow heartbeat Symptoms heart failure symptoms such as shortness of breath, swollen ankles, unusually tired feet, sudden weight gain,... Mood swings symptoms such as confusion, depression, memory loss Vision changes Symptoms symptoms of liver damage such as dark urine, persistent nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, abdominal pain, jaundice, yellow eyes, etc. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction to the drug such as a rash; itching, swelling especially in the face, tongue, and throat; severe dizziness, trouble breathing. The above are not all possible side effects. Because each individual's response to the drug is different, side effects may differ from those listed above in some cases. Patients should contact their doctor or pharmacist for advice if the body appears abnormal signs during the course of taking the drug.

3. Be careful when using Acebutolol HCl

Before taking Acebutolol HCl, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have one of the following conditions:
Allergy to Acebutolol or any other allergies to drugs or foods. History of circulatory problems (eg, Raynaud's disease, peripheral vascular disease); respiratory diseases (such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema); heart diseases such as heart failure, heart attack, arrhythmia; kidney diseases, liver diseases, mental disorders; myasthenia gravis; hyperthyroidism; have a history of severe allergies,... The doctor will adjust the prescription accordingly depending on the specific condition of the patient.
Acebutolol HCl can make patients dizzy. Therefore, do not drive or use machines until you are fully awake. Alcohol will make dizziness worse. Therefore, it is necessary to limit alcohol and alcoholic beverages during treatment with Acebutolol HCl.
If you have diabetes, Acebutolol can mask the symptoms of a fast heart rate, which is often seen when blood sugar drops too low. Other symptoms of low blood sugar such as dizziness and sweating are not affected. Acebutolol may make it harder for people with diabetes to control their blood sugar. Therefore, check your blood sugar more often during treatment with Acebutolol. Tell your doctor right away if your blood sugar is abnormally high or if you have symptoms of high blood sugar such as extreme thirst, frequent urination, etc. Your doctor can intervene by adjusting the dose of diabetes medicine, increased exercise regimen and stricter dietary control.
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Babies born to mothers who take Acebutolol during pregnancy may have low birth weight, are at risk of bradycardia, low blood pressure, .. Therefore, Acebutolol should be used during pregnancy only when clearly needed. In addition, the drug can also pass into breast milk. So discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor when using the drug during pregnancy and breast-feeding.

4. Drug interactions

Interactions between concomitant medications may alter the effectiveness of the drug or increase the risk of serious side effects. Therefore, the patient needs to inform the doctor about all the medicines they are using, including prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, herbal medicines, dietary supplements, etc. The doctor will check possible interactions between the drugs the patient is taking and acebutolol to detect possible adverse interactions early. Patients should not arbitrarily use, change the dose or stop any medication without the approval of the doctor.
Drugs that may interact with Acebutolol HCl are:
Fingolimod Many products for cough, cold, weight loss pills; NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen, naproxen) can increase heart rate or blood pressure. Therefore, tell your doctor and pharmacist what medications you are taking for advice on how to use them safely.

5. Other notes when using Acebutolol HCl

5.1. Treatment of drug overdose

If the drug overdose, the patient may have some symptoms such as abnormally slow heart rate, weakness, fainting, difficulty breathing. If you have the above symptoms, take the patient to the nearest medical facility for timely emergency treatment.

5.2. What to do if you miss a dose of Acebutolol HCl?

When you forget to take a dose of Acebutolol, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose of Acebutolol HCl and take your next dose at the usual time. Patients should absolutely not take a double dose of Acebutolol to make up for the missed dose.

5.3. How to store Acebutolol HCl?

Acebutolol HCl is stored at room temperature, away from direct light and high humidity. Keep Acebutolol HCl out of reach of children and pets for safety.
Increased movement, exercise, sports and dietary changes can increase the effectiveness of Acebutolol. Check your blood pressure and heart rate regularly while taking the medicine, share the results with your doctor during the medication
Acebutolol HCl is a beta-blocker antihypertensive drug. For the medicine to work best, the patient must follow the doctor's instructions. If in the case of drug use, blood pressure does not improve, the patient needs to go to medical centers for examination and treatment.

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Reference source: webmd.com