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Compare Exforge vs. Tenoretic

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.

Key takeaways

Exforge (amlodipine/valsartan) and Tenoretic (atenolol/chlorthalidone) are both medications used to treat high blood pressure, but they work in different ways and belong to different drug classes. Exforge combines a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an angiotensin receptor blocker (valsartan), while Tenoretic combines a beta blocker (atenolol) and a diuretic (chlorthalidone). Exforge is typically taken once a day and is available in generic form, making it a convenient and cost-effective option. On the other hand, Tenoretic is also taken once daily but is not recommended for people just starting blood pressure treatment due to its fixed-dose combination, which makes dose adjustments difficult. Exforge can cause side effects like swelling and dizziness, whereas Tenoretic may cause dizziness, nausea, and increased urination. Both medications are not safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Additionally, Tenoretic can make you more sensitive to sunlight and may hide symptoms of low blood sugar or overactive thyroid, which are not concerns with Exforge.

  • Exforge (amlodipine / valsartan)
    Tenoretic (atenolol / chlorthalidone)
  • Exforge (amlodipine / valsartan)
    Tenoretic (atenolol / chlorthalidone)

  • Summary of Exforge vs. Tenoretic

    Summary for CCB / ARB
    Prescription only

    Exforge is a combination blood pressure medication for adults. It contains amlodipine (a calcium channel blocker, or CCB) and valsartan (an angiotensin receptor blocker, or ARB). It comes as a tablet that's taken by mouth, typically once per day. Some side effects of Exforge (amlodipine / valsartan) include swelling throughout the body and dizziness. This medication is available as generics.

    Summary for Beta blocker / Diuretic (water pill)
    Prescription only

    Tenoretic (atenolol / chlorthalidone) is used to lower blood pressure in adults. It's a combination of two types of blood pressure medications: a beta blocker (atenolol) and a diuretic (chlorthalidone). The tablet is taken by mouth once daily. Side effects, like dizziness and tiredness, are usually mild and they get better over time. Tenoretic (atenolol / chlorthalidone) is available as a brand-name and generic medication.

  • Indications of Exforge vs. Tenoretic

    Indications for
    •High blood pressure in adults
    Indications for
    •High blood pressure

  • Pros and Cons of Exforge vs. Tenoretic

    Pros and Const for CCB / ARB
    Pros
    •Convenient to take a combination of two medications in one pill
    •Only taken once a day
    •Available as a lower-cost generic
    Cons
    •Not safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding
    •Might not be a good choice for people with liver problems
    •Can cause swelling in the arms and legs
    Pros and Const for Beta blocker / Diuretic (water pill)
    Pros
    •Combines two medications into one pill to help lower blood pressure better
    •Only need to take once a day
    •Can take with or without food
    •Gets rid of extra fluids in your body
    Cons
    •Might make you urinate more often
    •Comes in fixed doses, which makes it hard to adjust the dose if needed
    •Not safe if you're pregnant or breastfeeding
    •Might cause an allergic reaction if you have a sulfa allergy

  • Common Side Effects of Exforge vs. Tenoretic

    Common Side Effects for
    •Swelling in legs or arms (5%)
    •Sore throat, runny nose, and other cold-like symptoms (3-4%)
    •Dizziness (2%)
    Common Side Effects for

    Atenolol:

    •Dizziness
    •Tiredness
    •Nausea
    •Slow heartbeat

    Chlorthalidone:

    •Dizziness when standing up too quickly
    •Stomach irritation or cramps
    •Nausea
    •Constipation

  • Warnings of Exforge vs. Tenoretic

    Common Side Effects for
    •Harm to unborn baby
    •Low blood pressure
    •Risk of heart attack or chest pain
    •Possible kidney damage in certain people
    •High potassium levels
    Common Side Effects for
    •Risk of heart problems after stopping Tenoretic (atenolol / chlorthalidone) suddenly
    •Risk of heart failure
    •Risk of heart block when taken with calcium channel blockers
    •Caution use in people with breathing problems
    •Kidney problems
    •Changes in fluids and electrolytes in the body
    •Hidden symptoms of low blood sugar
    •Hidden symptoms of overactive thyroid
    •Possible gout
    •Risk of harm to baby

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