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Metoprolol
Latest prescription information about Metoprolol. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Metoprolol
Pronunciation : me toe' proe lole
Therapeutic Classification : beta- adrenergic blockers
Trade Name(s):
India- Actiblok-I, Asoprol, Betacon-Er, Betafit, Betafit-Am, Betaloc, Betaone-Xl, Blumet, Carpro, Carpro-Er, Cgrol, Cg-Rol-Xl, Embeta, Gudpres-Xl, Intramet, Intramet-X, Kimet Xl, Libmet-Xl, Lopresor, Lopressor, Mepol, Metapro, Metapro-Xl, Meto, Metocard-X, Metocare, Metocare-5, Meto-Er, Metofin, Metolar, Metolar-Xr, Metolis, Metomac, Metosafe-X, Met-Xl, Metzok, Metzok-12, Mexes-Xl, Motoblock, Mt-Loc, Prolomet-X, Seloken-Xl, Seloram, Sitelol-Am, Sitelol-Xr, Starpress, Supermet, Supermet-A, Supermet-X, Tenmet, Tolol-Am,Tolol-Xr, Topol-Xl, Vivalol, Zoticus. International- Lopressor, Toprol XL , Dutoprol . When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Contraindicated in patients with cardiogenic shock, severe heart diseases, anuria (absence of urination) and hypersensitivity.
When it is to be taken : PO- The recommended dose range is 10 to 300mg/day in divided doses. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart attack, slow or irregular heartbeat, heart failure, chest pain, poor blood circulation, liver impairment, sugar, breathing problems, adrenal gland tumor (pheochromocytoma), any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption. * Avoid abrupt withdrawal. Side Effects : Central Nervous System - Tiredness, dizziness, depression, confusion, short-term memory loss, headache, drowsiness, abnormal dreams and sleeplessness. Heart - Shortness of breath, slow heart rate, palpitations, heart failure, swelling in the extremities, fainting, chest pain, and low blood pressure. Respiratory - Wheezing and difficulty in breathing. Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, nausea, dry mouth, gastric pain, constipation, flatulence, digestive tract disorders, and heartburn. Hypersensitive Reactions - Itching or rash. Miscellaneous - Musculoskeletal pain, blurred vision, decreased libido, and ringing in the ear. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature and away from light (25°C). |
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