Atenolol is a beta-blocker commonly prescribed for hypertension, anxiety, and certain heart rhythm disorders. While it is intended to help regulate heart rate and reduce the workload on the heart, taking too much atenolol can lead to adverse effects, including bradycardia (slow heart rate) and other abnormal heart rhythms, which might feel like your heart is "skipping" beats or causing palpitations.
If you suspect that you or someone else has taken too much atenolol or is experiencing concerning symptoms such as heart palpitations, dizziness, lightheadedness, or any other unusual feelings, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Adjustments to medication should always be done under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
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