Atenolol and chlorthalidone and Slo-Niacin

• Generic Name: atenolol / chlorthalidone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Tenoretic 100, Tenoretic 50, Tenoretic

Atenolol is a beta-blocker. Beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).

Chlorthalidone is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Atenolol and chlorthalidone is a combination medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Lowering blood pressure may lower your risk of a stroke or heart attack.

Atenolol and chlorthalidone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: niacin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: B-3-50, B3-500-Gr, Niacin SR, Niacor, Niaspan ER, Slo-Niacin

Slo-Niacin is used to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL) and triglycerides, and increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL).

Slo-Niacin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.