How is it used?

Before taking

While taking

Warnings

Acebutolol is used to treat high blood pressure.Acebutolol also is used to treat an irregular heartbeat. It works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing heart rate to improve blood flow and decrease blood pressure.

This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Acebutolol comes as a capsule to take by mouth. It usually is taken once or twice a day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take acebutolol exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Acebutolol controls your condition but does not cure it. Continue to take acebutolol even if you feel well. Do not stop taking acebutolol without talking to your doctor.

Acebutolol is also used sometimes to treat chest pain (angina). Talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this drug for your condition.

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