Metoprolol Tartarate

Uses	High blood pressure, angina (chest pain), prevent heart attack and migraine
Therapy	Anti-Anginal, Anti-Hypertensive
Side Effects	Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, low blood pressure

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Molecule Description

Metoprolol Tartarate is a medicine commonly prescribed to manage high blood pressure and heart-related problems such as angina (chest pain) and heart failure. It is a beta-blocker that helps the heart work more efficiently by relaxing blood vessels and reducing strain on the heart. By lowering blood pressure, Metoprolol Tartarate also helps prevent complications such as stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Metoprolol Tartarate based on your condition. It should always be taken exactly as advised, usually at the same time each day, to get the maximum benefit. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly on your own, as it may worsen your condition or cause unwanted heart-related problems. Metoprolol Tartarate is generally not recommended for children under 18 years of age. If you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding, make sure to inform your doctor before starting the medicine. This is important because your doctor may adjust your dose or monitor you more closely depending on your health condition. Always inform your doctor about your complete medical history, including all medications and supplements you are currently taking, to avoid potential harmful interactions. Along with medication, lifestyle changes such as a healthy diet, exercise, avoiding smoking, and limiting alcohol are equally important for keeping your heart healthy and blood pressure under control.

Uses

Metoprolol Tartarate is used to treat high blood pressure mainly, along with certain heart conditions such as angina (chest pain) and heart failure. Decreased blood pressure helps prevent other conditions like stroke, heart attack and migraine.

Contraindications

When should one not use Metoprolol Tartarate

If you are allergic to metoprolol or other ingredients of Metoprolol Tartarate.
If you have a heart condition such as heart block, or uncontrolled heart failure.
If you have a very slow heart rate or very low blood pressure.
If you are taking medication like verapamil, diltiazem, or disopyramide (heart medicine).

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Tiredness
A sudden drop in blood pressure when you stand from a seated or lying down position (orthostatic hypotension)

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Metoprolol Tartarate is not recommended during pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor about the pregnancy and also if you think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Metoprolol passes into the breastmilk in low amounts, thus consult your doctor before using Metoprolol Tartarate while breastfeeding.

Driving

Metoprolol Tartarate can make you feel dizzy or sleepy. Hence, be cautious while driving after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Do not consume alcohol with Metoprolol Tartarate as it may worsen the side effects.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You experience an allergic reaction after taking Metoprolol Tartarate.
You have medical conditions such as diabetes, heart conditions, liver or kidney disease.
You have respiratory conditions like asthma, and obstructive lung disease (COPD).
You are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
You have a tumour of the adrenal gland tissue (Pheochromocytoma).
You have an overactive thyroid (a condition when the thyroid gland produces too much of the thyroxine hormone).
You are suffering from a type of skin disease psoriasis.
You have circulation-related problems in the toes, arms, legs or fingers.
You are suffering from a type of chest pain (Prinzmetal's angina).
You recently had a heart attack, chest pain or heart surgery.
Metoprolol Tartarate should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
You have an electrolyte imbalance or an acid-base imbalance.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Metoprolol Tartarate works by relaxing the blood vessels, slowing down the heart rate. By doing this, it reduces the workload on the heart of pumping the blood effectively.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Metoprolol Tartarate works or this medicine itself may reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell the doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for a brain-related disorder.

Interactions with food items

Metoprolol Tartarate can be taken with or without food. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice should be avoided.

Dosage

Overdose

Excess of Metoprolol Tartarate may cause decreased heart rate, low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting and coma. If you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

Take a dose as soon as you remember you have missed a dose. However, if you are close to the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Try to follow Metoprolol Tartarate dosage regimen regularly. Do not take extra doses of the medicine to make up for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, Metoprolol Tartarate is a selective beta-blocker, which is specific to the heart muscles.

Keep taking Metoprolol Tartarate as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own. Abrupt discontinuation can worsen the condition.

No, Metoprolol Tartarate is not a blood thinner. It works by relaxing the blood vessels, slowing down the heart rate. By doing this, it reduces the workload on the heart of pumping the blood effectively.

Yes, dizziness or lightheadedness may occur, especially when you first start the medicine or if you stand up too quickly. To reduce this effect, get up slowly from sitting or lying down.

Some people may notice mild weight gain with long-term use. This may be due to water retention or reduced metabolism. Inform your doctor if you notice unexplained weight changes.

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