Betaloc 25mg Tablet
30 Tablet(s) in StripMRP ₹114.37
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Metoprolol(25.0 Mg) |
| Uses | High blood pressure, heart conditions |
| Therapy | Anti-hypertensive, anti-anginal |
| Side effects | Dizziness, headache, difficulty in breathing, low blood pressure |
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Medical Description
Betaloc 25mg tablet is an anti-hypertensive medicine. It contains metoprolol as the active ingredient. Betaloc 25 is used to treat raised blood pressure (hypertension). It is also used for various other heart-related conditions, such as angina (chest pain) and heart failure, preventing further complications.
Metoprolol in the Betaloc 25mg tablet has action specific to the heart muscles. This medicine acts by relaxing the blood vessels, thereby reducing the load on the heart and decreasing the blood pressure. Betaloc 25mg tablet should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
Before using the Betaloc 25mg tablet, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history. Prolomet XL 25 tablet, Metolar XR 25 tablet, Seloken XL 25 tablet, Met XL 25 tablet and Metocard XL 25 tablet are other medicines containing metoprolol as their active ingredient.
Do not stop taking Betaloc 25 on your own. It can cause a hypertensive crisis meaning a sudden rise in blood pressure, further leading to heart attack and various worsening conditions. You may experience dizziness, headache and difficulty in breathing while on this medicine. If these symptoms worsen or do not resolve, reach out to the doctor immediately.
Uses
- Betaloc 25mg tablet 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 kidney problems, stroke, heart attack and migraine.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to metoprolol or any other ingredients of Betaloc 25mg tablet.
- If you have any heart condition such as heart block, or uncontrolled heart failure.
- If you have asthma or any lung condition.
- If you have low blood pressure, diabetes.
- If you have renal or liver disease.
- If you have an electrolyte imbalance, acid-base imbalance.
- If you have a decreased heart rate.
- If you are on medication like verapamil, diltiazem, or disopyramide (heart medicine).
Side effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Decreased heart rate
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Tiredness
- A sudden drop in blood pressure when you stand from a seated or lying down position (orthostatic hypotension)
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
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Other General Warnings
- You experience an allergic reaction.
- You had any side effects after taking Betaloc 25mg tablet.
- You have any medical conditions such as diabetes, heart conditions, liver or kidney diseases.
- You have respiratory conditions like asthma, and obstructive lung disease (COPD).
- Betaloc 25mg tablet should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
Directions for Use
Storage and disposal
- Store below 25°C. Protect from light and moisture.
- Keep it out of the reach and sight of children and pets.
Quick Tips
- Betaloc 25mg tablet is prescribed to treat high blood pressure, along with certain heart conditions such as angina (chest pain) and heart failure. This medication can also help reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and migraine. It contains metoprolol as its active ingredient.
- Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as recommended. Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
- Before starting Betaloc tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding. Also, inform your doctor about all other medicines that you take and your complete medical history.
- It is recommended that, in addition to taking Betaloc 25 tablet on time, you make certain lifestyle changes. Among these changes are eating a low-fat, low-salt diet, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising for 30 minutes daily, quitting smoking and limiting alcohol consumption.
- Headache, stomach pain, diarrhoea and nausea/vomiting may occur in some individuals with the use of this medicine. Inform your doctor if these effects bother you or do not go away.
- If you experience dizziness or sleepiness after taking Betaloc 25mg tablet, it is recommended to avoid driving, operating heavy machinery or performing any such tasks that require mental alertness.
- Missing a dose of your blood pressure medication can lead to serious health problems. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
- It is not recommended to consume apple, grapefruit or orange juice since it reacts with them.
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Interactions with other medicines
- The effect of medications used to treat diabetes such as insulin may be increased with Betaloc 25mg tablet
- Medicine used to treat heart failure like digoxin may alter the effect.
- Medicine used to treat heart conditions such as verapamil, diltiazem, and nifedipine can cause decreased heart rate, and low blood pressure when used along with this medicine.
- Pain-killer medicines like diclofenac, and indometacin may decrease the effect of Betaloc 25mg tablet.
- Rifampicin (anti-tubercular) may decrease the effect of Betaloc 25mg tablet, whereas paroxetine, fluoxetine, sertraline (mood elevator), cimetidine (acid-lowering), hydralazine (anti-allergic), lidocaine (anaesthetic) may increase the effect of this medicine.
- Concurrent use of hormonal pills such as oestrogen decreases the anti-hypertensive action of this medicine
- Concurrent use of certain medicines such as aldesleukin (skin cancer), alprostadil (erectile dysfunction), clonazepam, and diazepine (mood and sleep) increases the effect of Betaloc 25mg tablet.
- Discuss with your doctor any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:BETALOC
Manufacturer Name:ASTRAZENECA PHARMA INDIA LTD
Address:AstraZeneca Pharma India Limited. 12th Mile, On Bellary Road, Venkatala, Kattigenahalli village, Bangalore - 560063
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Betaloc 25 MG Tablet (30) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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