Question:
Should I use Atenolol for treating my high blood pressure?
Answer:
No
MedHead Confidence Score: 4
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MedHead Message:
If you are currently taking atenolol for blood pressure, talk to your doctor about switching to other, better choices. Atenolol is associated with higher stroke and death as compared to other types of medication for blood pressure.
References:
“1. Fretheim, A, et. al. Comparative effectiveness of antihypertensive medication for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease: systematic review and multiple treatments meta-analysis. BMC Medicine201210:33
https://doi.org/10.1186/1741-7015-10-33 “
