Re: weight loss and Atenolol

Posted By Katie on February 28, 1999 at 19:48:25:

In Reply to: weight loss and Atenolol posted by susan  on February 18, 1999 at 20:14:05:






I was put on Atenolol for moderately high blood pressure approx 2 years ago.  I have gained a considerable amount of weight (25 lbs) and even with diet and exercise unable to lose weight.  I've always had to watch my weight as I am short but was always able to drop 15 pounds if necessary.  Could the blood pressure medication be causing a problem with my metabolism?




Hi Susan.
I too am on Atenolol (100mg daily) for a rhythm disturbance and though I have not gained a large amount of weight,
it is much harder for me to lose it.  Oh, the frustration! But I have found that
if I exercise for an hour, rather than 30 or 40 minutes, at a time, the weight
will come off, albeit very slowly.  I have found bicycling and walking to be most
helpful in this battle.  Good luck!  :)