Metoprolol Succinate
Molecule Description
Metoprolol Succinate is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and variou
s other heart-related conditions such as angina (chest pain), heart failure and also helps prevent further complications. It also helps to prevent migraines. It works by relaxing the blood vessels thereby reducing the load on the heart, resulting in decreased blood pressure. It belongs to an anti-hypertensive class of medicines. Metoprolol Succinate is available in the form of tablets. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting metoprolol succinate.
Uses of Metoprolol Succinate
- Metoprolol Succinate is used to treat high blood pressure and certain other heart conditions like angina (chest pain), arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats) and heart failure.
- It is also used to prevent migraines and heart problems following a heart attack.
Contraindications of Metoprolol Succinate
When should one not use Metoprolol Succinate
- If you are allergic to metoprolol succinate or similar medicines.
- If you are suffering from any heart conditions such as heart block, low heart rate or heart failure.
- If you have any liver or kidney problems.
- If you have asthma or any other lung condition.
- If you have low blood pressure or diabetes.
- If you have any electrolyte imbalance, acid-base imbalance.
- If you are taking medicines like verapamil, diltiazem, disopyramide, etc., to treat heart problems.
Side effects of Metoprolol Succinate
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Fatigue
- A sudden drop in blood pressure when you stand from a seated or lying down position (orthostatic hypotension)
Precautions and Warnings of Metoprolol Succinate
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have problems with your heart, liver or kidneys
- You have diabetes or an overactive thyroid
- You have asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- You have breathing problems
- You suffer from a skin condition called psoriasis
- You have a tumour of adrenal gland tissue (Pheochromocytoma)
Mode of Action of Metoprolol Succinate
How Does It Work?
Interactions of Metoprolol Succinate
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way metoprolol succinate works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time. Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction. Especially if you are taking medicines to treat diabetes, heart conditions, cancer, allergy, hormonal pills or if you are taking pain killers, acid-lowering medicines....
Dosage of Metoprolol Succinate
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Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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