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This content does not have an Arabic version. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies. Generic alternatives may be available. Metoprolol pronounced as me toe' proe lole. Why is this medication prescribed? How should this medicine be used? Other uses for this medicine What special precautions should I follow? What special dietary instructions should I follow? What should I do if I forget a dose? What side effects can this medication cause?
What should I know about storage and disposal of this medication? Brand names Brand names of combination products. Your doctor may start you on a low dose of metoprolol and gradually increase your dose.
Other uses for this medicine. What special precautions should I follow? Before taking metoprolol, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to metoprolol, acebutolol Sectral , atenolol Tenormin, in Tenoretic , betaxolol, bisoprolol Zebeta, in Ziac , carvedilol Coreg, Coreg CR , esmolol Brevibloc , labetalol, nadolol Corgard, in Corzide , pindolol, propranolol Inderal, Inderal LA, Innopran XL, in Inderide , sotalol Betapace, Betapace AF, Sorine , timolol, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in metoprolol tablets.
Ask your pharmacist for a list of the ingredients. Be sure to mention any of the following: bupropion Aplenzin, Forfivo, Wellbutrin, Zyban , cimetidine, clonidine Catapres , diphenhydramine Benadryl , fluoxetine Prozac, Sarafem, Selfemra, in Symbyax , hydroxychloroquine, paroxetine Brisdelle, Paxil, Pexeva , propafenone Rythmol , quinidine, ranitidine Zantac , reserpine, ritonavir Norvir, in Kaletra , terbinafine Lamisil , and thioridazine.
Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects. Your doctor may tell you not to take metoprolol. If you become pregnant while taking metoprolol, call your doctor. Call your doctor right away if you have an allergic reaction to metoprolol oral tablets. Your doctor will explain how you should take metoprolol oral tablets.
Below are commonly used dosages, but always take the dosage your doctor prescribes. Immediate-release forms work as soon as you take them. Extended-release forms work consistently over a period of time after you take them.
For treating a heart attack , you may start taking metoprolol in the hospital. Then, your doctor will switch you to the oral tablet form of the drug.
Over time, your doctor will adjust your dosage of metoprolol to the dosage that works best for you. Because metoprolol tartrate is usually taken twice each day, it should be taken in the morning and at night. But metoprolol succinate is taken only once each day.
So you can take it either in the morning or at night. Be sure to take the drug at about the same time or times each day. This way the medication will be most effective for you. Do not suddenly stop taking metoprolol without first talking with your doctor. Suddenly stopping it can cause very serious side effects, including worsening chest pain and even heart attack. In fact, metoprolol oral tablets have a boxed warning for this risk.
In many cases, your doctor may recommend that you take metoprolol with other drugs for your condition. For example, doctors may prescribe multiple medications to manage blood pressure. Talk with your doctor about the best treatment plan for your condition. You may have questions about metoprolol oral tablets and your treatment plan.
Remember, your doctor and other healthcare professionals are available to help you. And they want you to get the best care possible. Metoprolol is not approved to treat anxiety or atrial fibrillation Afib. But in some cases, your doctor may recommend that you take metoprolol for these conditions.
This is called off-label use. One review stated that beta-blockers may be prescribed off-label for anxiety and social anxiety. In addition, metoprolol is being studied as a treatment for Afib. Afib is a condition that causes an irregular heart rhythm.
Metoprolol belongs to the group of drugs called beta-blockers. Like metoprolol, other drugs called angiotensin-converting enzyme ACE inhibitors and diuretics can be used to treat certain heart conditions.
In some cases, your doctor may recommend that you take metoprolol along with an ACE inhibitor or diuretic. Metoprolol belongs to a group of drugs called beta-blockers. It works by slowing down your heart rate and relaxing your blood vessels. This is how the drug helps to decrease your blood pressure and prevent angina a type of chest pain. In addition, metoprolol tartrate works to prevent or treat heart attacks and metoprolol succinate treats heart failure.
Metoprolol has a half-life of between 3 and 7 hours. This means that after 3 to 7 hours, half of a dose of the drug has been eliminated from your body. Metoprolol succinate is the extended-release form of metoprolol. Metoprolol tartrate, on the other hand, is an immediate-release form of metoprolol. It can cause a higher level of drug in your body right after you take your dose. This level then decreases over time.
If you have more questions about how metoprolol works and which form of the drug is best for you, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. Metoprolol, propranolol, and carvedilol all belong to the same group of drugs called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers all work in a similar way to decrease blood pressure and relax your blood vessels so that your blood can flow more freely. Each medication comes in two forms: an extended-release form and an immediate-release form. Depending on the form of each drug prescribed, some shared uses of metoprolol, propranolol, and carvedilol include:.
But they do have some differences, including:. If you have questions about which medication is right for you, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. But other drugs used for heart-related conditions may interact with grapefruit. Tell your doctor you're taking metoprolol if you're going to be put to sleep using general anaesthetic or have any kind of major operation. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking metoprolol 24 hours before surgery.
This is because metoprolol can lower your blood pressure too much when it's combined with some anaesthetics. Drinking alcohol can increase the risk of side effects with metoprolol. It can make you feel dizzy or lightheaded. During the first few days of taking metoprolol, or after an increase in your dose, it's best to stop drinking alcohol until you see how the medicine affects you.
It's best to stop drinking alcohol if you find metoprolol makes you feel dizzy. Eating a healthy, balanced diet can help if you have high blood pressure or a heart problem.
But some types of hormonal methods of contraception, such as the combined pill and contraceptive patch , are not usually recommended for women with high blood pressure. Talk to your doctor if you're taking a combined hormonal contraceptive. There's no clear evidence to suggest that taking metoprolol will reduce fertility in either men or women.
But if you're trying for a baby or having problems getting pregnant while on metoprolol, speak to your doctor.
Some people on metoprolol say their sex drive goes down or they can't get an erection. But this isn't a common side effect and there's not enough evidence to say for sure that metoprolol causes it. You do not need to stop playing sports if you take metoprolol, but don't push yourself too much.
Regular exercise is good for you because it lowers blood pressure by keeping your heart and blood vessels in good condition. But be aware that metoprolol is not allowed in some sports if you're competing at a high level. Metoprolol can make some people feel dizzy, especially when they first start taking it or after taking a bigger dose.
If this happens to you, do not drive a car, ride a bike, or use tools or machinery. You can boost the health of your heart by making some key lifestyle changes:. Page last reviewed: 13 December Next review due: 13 December Metoprolol On this page About metoprolol Key facts Who can and cannot take metoprolol How and when to take it Side effects How to cope with side effects Pregnancy and breastfeeding Cautions with other medicines Common questions. About metoprolol Metoprolol belongs to a group of medicines called beta blockers.
It's used to: treat high blood pressure treat illnesses that cause an irregular heartbeat prevent future heart disease, heart attacks and strokes prevent chest pain caused by angina prevent migraines Metoprolol can help reduce your symptoms if you have too much thyroid hormone in your body thyrotoxicosis.
Help us improve our website Can you answer a quick question about your visit today? Metoprolol slows down your heart rate and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Your very first dose of metoprolol may make you feel dizzy, so take it at bedtime. If you don't feel dizzy after that, you can take it in the morning. Metoprolol is usually taken once or twice a day, but sometimes it's prescribed to be taken up to 4 times a day. The main side effects of metoprolol are headaches, and feeling dizzy, sick or tired — these are usually mild and short-lived.
Metoprolol also goes by the brand name Lopresor. When given by injection, it may be called by the brand name Betaloc. Metoprolol can be taken by adults over the age of To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor before starting metoprolol if you have: ever had an allergic reaction to metoprolol or any other medicine low blood pressure or a slow heart rate a lung disease or severe asthma metabolic acidosis — when there's too much acid in your blood an overactive thyroid hyperthyroidism — metoprolol may make it more difficult to recognise the warning signs of having too much thyroid hormone in your body thyrotoxicosis severe blood circulation problems in your limbs such as Raynaud's phenomenon , which may make your fingers and toes tingle or turn pale or blue liver problems.
Slow release is also called sustained release SR : standard release — releases metoprolol into your body quickly you may need to take it several times a day depending on your dose slow release — dissolves slowly so you don't have to take it as often once a day is usually enough Your doctor may advise you to take your first dose before bedtime because it could make you feel dizzy. Important Take metoprolol even if you feel well, as you will still be getting the benefits of the medicine.
Dosage How much you take depends on why you need metoprolol and the type of tablet you're taking: high blood pressure: standard release — 50mg to mg, taken twice a day; slow release — mg, taken once a day chest pain angina : standard release — 50mg to mg, taken 2 to 3 times a day; slow release — mg to mg, taken once a day an irregular heartbeat arrhythmia — standard release — 50mg, taken 2 to 3 times a day preventing migraine: standard release — 50mg, taken 2 to 4 times a day, or mg , taken twice a day too much thyroid hormone thyrotoxicosis — standard release — 50mg, taken 4 times a day How to take it You can take metoprolol with or without food, but it's best to do the same each day.
Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. Check the information leaflet for your brand to see if you can do this. What if I forget to take it? If you often forget doses, it may help to set an alarm to remind you.
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