Metoprolol – Uses, Side Effects, Dosage & Pill Identifier
"Metoprolol tartrate is a beta1-selective (cardioselective) adrenergic receptor blocker" that preferentially blocks beta1-receptors in cardiac tissue while showing selectivity at lower doses.
Brand Names
Metoprolol Succinate; Metoprolol Tartrate; Metoprolol succinate; Metoprolol tartrate; TOPROL
What Is Metoprolol Used For?
Metoprolol tartrate tablets are indicated for three conditions: - Hypertension: "treatment of hypertension. They may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents." - Angina Pectoris: "long-term treatment of angina pectoris" - Myocardial Infarction: "treatment of hemodynamically stable patients with definite or suspected acute myocardial infarction to reduce cardiovascular mortality"
Available Forms & Dosage
| Forms | Tablet; Tablet, Extended Release; Tablet, Film Coated; Tablet, Film Coated, Extended Release |
|---|---|
| Strengths | METOPROLOL SUCCINATE 100 mg; METOPROLOL SUCCINATE 200 mg; METOPROLOL SUCCINATE 25 mg; METOPROLOL TARTRATE 100 mg; METOPROLOL TARTRATE 25 mg; METOPROLOL TARTRATE 50 mg |
Always follow the dose and schedule your prescriber or the product label specifies — do not change your dose based on this page.
All Pill Identifiers for Metoprolol (764)
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Metoprolol Side Effects
For hypertension and angina: - Tiredness and dizziness (approximately 10%) - Depression (approximately 5%) - Diarrhea (approximately 5%) - Shortness of breath and bradycardia (approximately 3%)
This is not a complete list of side effects. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Metoprolol Warnings & Precautions
Key warnings include: - Cardiac Failure: "Sympathetic stimulation is a vital component supporting circulatory function in congestive heart failure, and beta-blockade carries the potential hazard of further depressing myocardial contractility" - Abrupt Discontinuation: Risk of angina exacerbation or myocardial infarction if stopped suddenly; dosage should be "gradually reduced over a period of 1 to 2 weeks" - Bronchospastic Diseases: "PATIENTS WITH BRONCHOSPASTIC DISEASES SHOULD, IN GENERAL, NOT RECEIVE BETA-BLOCKERS" - Diabetes: Beta-blockers "may mask tachycardia occurring with hypoglycemia"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metoprolol used for?
Metoprolol tartrate tablets are indicated for three conditions: - Hypertension: "treatment of hypertension. They may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents." - Angina Pectoris: "long-term treatment of angina pectoris" - Myocardial Infarction: "treatment of hemodynamically stable patients with definite or suspected acute myocardial infarction to reduce cardiovascular mortality"
What are the common side effects of Metoprolol?
For hypertension and angina: - Tiredness and dizziness (approximately 10%) - Depression (approximately 5%) - Diarrhea (approximately 5%) - Shortness of breath and bradycardia (approximately 3%)
What forms does Metoprolol come in?
Tablet; Tablet, Extended Release; Tablet, Film Coated; Tablet, Film Coated, Extended Release
What are the brand names for Metoprolol?
Metoprolol Succinate; Metoprolol Tartrate; Metoprolol succinate; Metoprolol tartrate; TOPROL
Is Metoprolol safe to take?
Only take this medication as prescribed or directed by a licensed healthcare provider. Always read the full warnings section above and tell your doctor about any other medications you take.