Metoprolol Succinate Oral - Metoprolol - Oral Extended Release Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Metoprolol Succinate Oral
• Toprol XL
• met-oh-PRO-lol

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
• High blood pressure reduction helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.
• This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body such as epinephrine on the heart and blood vessels.
• This results in a lowering of the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Warning

• If you have chest pain (angina) or have heart disease (for example, coronary artery disease, ischemic heart disease, high blood pressure), do not stop using this drug without first consulting your doctor.
• Your condition may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped.
• If your doctor decides you should no longer use this drug, you must gradually decrease your dose according to your doctor's instructions.
• When gradually stopping this medication, it is recommended that you temporarily limit physical activity to decrease the work on the heart.
• Seek immediate medical attention if you develop.

Read Before Using Metoprolol Succinate Oral (precautions)

• This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
• Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include unusually slow heartbeat, severe dizziness, slow or shallow breathing, weakness, or fainting.

Possible Side Effects

• You may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, tiredness, diarrhea, unusual dreams, trouble sleeping, or vision problems as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• This drug may reduce blood flow to your hands and feet, causing them to feel cold.
• Smoking may worsen this effect.
• Dress warmly and avoid tobacco use.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur.

Drug Interactions

• This drug should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur.

Metoprolol Succinate Oral Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature (77 degrees F or 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
• Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth usually once daily, with or right after a meal, or as directed by your doctor.
• Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it.
• To help you remember, use it at the same time each day.
• The tablet is scored and can be divided.
• However, the whole or half tablet should be swallowed whole.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet before swallowing.
• This drug is not effective if you use it only when chest pain or a migraine headache occurs.
• It is very important to take this medication regularly as prescribed to help prevent these conditions.
• The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
• It may take one or two weeks before the full benefit of this drug takes effect.
• It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well.
• Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.
• Do not suddenly stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
• Your condition may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped.
• Refer to the Warning section.

Metoprolol Succinate Oral Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Lifestyle changes such as stress reduction programs, exercise and dietary changes may increase the effectiveness of this medicine.
• Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about lifestyle changes that might benefit you.
• Have your blood pressure and pulse checked regularly while taking this medication.
• It may be best to learn how to monitor your own blood pressure and pulse.
• Discuss this with your doctor.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This medication may also be used for irregular heartbeats, migraine headache prevention, and after an acute heart attack to improve survival.