Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Metprol H

Metoprolol Succinate(25mg),Hydrochlorothiazide(12.5mg)

food interaction for Metprol H

alcohol interaction for Metprol H

pregnancy interaction for Metprol H

lactation interaction for Metprol H

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Metprol H

Metoprolol Succinate(25mg)

Uses

How it works

Metoprolol Succinate is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

Common side effects

Cold extremities, Headache, Dizziness, Slow heart rate, Rash, Depression, Diarrhea, Tiredness, Shortness of breath, Gastrointestinal disturbance, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Stroke, Chest pain, Confusion, Short-term memory loss, Sleepiness, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Blurred vision, Sexual dysfunction, Ringing in ear, Hair loss, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Dry eye, Worsening of psoriasis, Sweating, Photosensitivity, Taste change, Nightmares
Hydrochlorothiazide(12.5mg)

Uses

Hydrochlorothiazide is used in Hypertension (high blood pressure). It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.

How it works

Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Common side effects

Increased uric acid level in blood, Decreased magnesium level in blood, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Urticaria, Xanthopsia, Pulmonary edema, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood)

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Expert advice FOR Metprol H

  • Metoprolol Succinate lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
  • It may also be used to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease).
  • Metoprolol Succinate should be taken once a day regularly at the same time.
  • Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
  • Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine work better.
  • Do not stop taking Metoprolol Succinate suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
  • It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
  • It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.

Frequently asked questions FOR Metprol H

Metoprolol Succinate

Q. How long does Metoprolol Succinate take to work?
The time taken by Metoprolol Succinate to start working varies from person to person. Usually, Metoprolol Succinate starts working within 15 minutes. However, in some patients, it may take up to 2 hours to start showing its beneficial effects. It starts acting slowly and the maximum or full effect is usually experienced within a span of 1 week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Metoprolol Succinate, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.
Q. Is taking Metoprolol Succinate dangerous?
Metoprolol Succinate is usually safe when taken as per the doctor’s prescription. This medicine exhibits dangerous effects if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and can even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So, do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.
Q. Does Metoprolol Succinate help you sleep better?
Metoprolol Succinate belongs to the beta-blockers class of medicine. Though their effect on sleep varies from person to person, it has been found that these medicines are known to alter the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in few patients. On the other hand, it has also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Do consult your doctor in case you have any sleep disturbances.
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Q. What should I do if I forget to take Metoprolol Succinate?
If you forget to take a dose of Metoprolol Succinate, then take it as soon as you remember it. However, if the time of your next dose is nearby, then skip the missed dose to avoid taking a double dose.
Q. Can I take alcohol after taking Metoprolol Succinate?
No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Metoprolol Succinate. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.

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Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)