Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Sectral (Acebutolol).
Allergic Reactions: Sectral (Acebutolol), like other beta-blockers, increase sensitivity to allergens. It may also make treating severe allergic reactions more difficult.
Asthma and other breathing problems: Sectral (Acebutolol) and other beta-blockers may cause symptoms of asthma to worsen. Low doses of Sectral (Acebutolol) may be used with caution by people with asthma who do not respond to or who cannot tolerate other treatment.
Heart failure: Sectral (Acebutolol) may make the symptoms of congestive heart failure worse, by slowing down the heart rate and heartbeat strength. If you have congestive heart failure, discuss with your doctor how Sectral (Acebutolol) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Sectral (Acebutolol), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Kidney function: Kidney Disease or reduced kidney function may cause Sectral (Acebutolol) to build up in the body, causing side effects. If you have reduced kidney function or kidney disease, discuss with your doctor how Sectral (Acebutolol) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Sectral (Acebutolol), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Low blood sugar: The signs of low blood sugar may not be as noticeable to people taking Sectral (Acebutolol). People with Diabetes who take insulin or other medications that work by reducing the blood sugar should be cautious and monitor blood sugar carefully while taking Sectral (Acebutolol).
Stopping the medication abruptly: Sectral (Acebutolol) should not be stopped suddenly by people who take it to treat angina. There have been reports of severe worsening of angina and of Heart Attack or abnormal heart rhythms occurring for people with angina pectoris who have done this.
Surgery: If you are scheduled for surgery, inform all doctors involved in your care that you are taking Sectral (Acebutolol).
Systemic lupus erythematosus: Sectral (Acebutolol) can worsen or activate the symptoms of lupus. If you experience swollen and painful joints, fever, fatigue, or rash on the nose and cheeks while taking Sectral (Acebutolol), contact your doctor.
Thyroid disorders: Sectral (Acebutolol) may mask the signs of Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). If the medication is stopped suddenly, the symptoms of hyperthyroidism may become much worse.
Pregnancy: There has been no experience with the use of Sectral (Acebutolol) by pregnant women. Sectral (Acebutolol) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Sectral (Acebutolol), contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: Sectral (Acebutolol) passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Sectral (Acebutolol), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Sectral (Acebutolol) have not been established for children.
Seniors: Seniors may be more likely to experience side effects of Sectral (Acebutolol), because of reduced kidney or liver function. Your doctor may prescribe a lower dose of Sectral (Acebutolol).
