Paramedic Drug Cards

Atenolol


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  • Trade: Tenormin 
  • Class: Beta Blocker
  • MOA: Inhibits the strength of the hearts contractions and heart rate, resulting in a decrease in cardiac oxygen consumption. Also saturates the beta receptors and inhibits dilation of bronchial smooth muscle. 
  • Indications: ACS, HTN, SVT, A-flutter, A-Fib
  • Contraindications: Cardiogenic shock, AV block, bradycardia, use caution in hypotension, chronic lung disease ( asthma and COPD)
  • Side effects: Bradycardia, bronchospasm, hypotension 
  • Dosing 

Adult: Oral dosing only

Pediatric: Not recommended 


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Paramedic Drug CardsBy Michael Egan

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