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Subject: Re: Atenolol question
Forum: The Heart Forum

Topic Area: High Blood Pressure

Posted by Amy on June 15, 1999 at 15:06:10

Is atenolol a potassium sparing drug? I take 50 mg daily in two 25 mg doses a day. I enjoy eating a large amount of fruit, especially in the morning and am concerned about a potassium "overdose".

Posted by CCF CARDIO MD JMF on June 15, 1999 at 16:28:31

Dear Amy,


Atenolol is not a potassium sparing medication. As long as your kidneys are functioning normally, you should have no problem with atenolol. I hope this has been useful. I wish you the best of luck. Feel free to write back.

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