Tenoretic vs. Dutoprol for Hypertension: Important Differences and Potential Risks.

Key takeaways

Tenoretic (atenolol/chlorthalidone) and Dutoprol (metoprolol succinate/hydrochlorothiazide) are both combination medications used to treat high blood pressure. They both include a beta blocker and a diuretic, which help lower blood pressure by slowing the heart rate and removing extra water from the body. However, there are several differences between them. Tenoretic is taken once daily and combines atenolol, a beta blocker, with chlorthalidone, a thiazide-like diuretic. It's available as a generic medication. Dutoprol is a combination of metoprolol succinate, a different beta blocker, with hydrochlorothiazide. It's no longer available in the United States, but each of the medications in it are still available individually.

Tenoretic

(atenolol / chlorthalidone)

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Dutoprol

(metoprolol succinate / hydrochlorothiazide)

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Summary for Tenoretic

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 for Tenoretic

High blood pressure

Pros and Cons for Tenoretic

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 for Tenoretic

Atenolol:

Dizziness
Tiredness
Nausea
Slow heartbeat

Chlorthalidone:

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

Warnings for Tenoretic

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

Summary for Dutoprol

Discontinued

Dutoprol (metoprolol succinate / hydrochlorothiazide) is a combination medication used to control blood pressure to lower the risk of a heart attack or stroke. This medication has been discontinued by the manufacturer and is no longer available in the United States.