| What is Metoprolol?
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Metoprolol is a type of medication known as a beta blocker and is used in the treatment of high blood pressure, angina pectoris, and heart attack. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Metoprolol?
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Metoprolol side effects may include depression, diarrhea, dizziness, itching, rash, shortness of breath, slow heartbeat,
and tiredness.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common or rare Metoprolol side effects may include
blurred vision, cold hands and feet, confusion, congestive heart failure, constipation, difficult or labored breathing, dry eyes, dry mouth, gas, hair loss, headache, heart attack, heartburn, low blood pressure, muscle pain, nausea, nightmares, rapid heartbeat, ringing in the ears, short-term memory loss, stomach
pain, swelling due to fluid retention, trouble sleeping, wheezing, and worsening of heart irregularities. |
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| How is Metoprolol taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Metoprolol provided by your doctor. Metoprolol
should be taken with food or immediately after you have eaten. Take Metoprolol
exactly as prescribed, even if your symptoms have disappeared. Try not to miss any doses. If this medication is not taken regularly, your condition may worsen.
If you miss a dose and it is within 4 hours of your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Metoprolol with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Metoprolol. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Metoprolol with certain high blood pressure drugs. Other medications that might interact with
Metoprolol include albuterol, amiodarone, barbiturates, calcium channel blockers,
cimetidine, ciprofloxacin, clonidine, epinephrine, fluoxetine, hydralazine,
insulin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, oral diabetes drugs,
paroxetine, prazosin, propafenone, quinidine, ranitidine, or
rifampin. |
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| How should I store Metoprolol?
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Store Metoprolol at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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