Met XL 50 Tablet

Composition Metoprolol Succinate (47.5mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack strip of 15 tablet er
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Alcohol & phenols
Action Class Beta blocker- Cardioselective
Habbit Forming No
Manufacturer Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Manufacturer address Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India

Met XL 50 Tablet may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency will depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not have symptoms if you stop taking it your condition may worsen.

The main side effects of Met XL 50 Tablet are fatigue, headache, slow heart rate, feeling dizzy, and nausea. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase certain side effects.

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Treatment of Arrhythmia
Prevention of Heart attack
Prevention of Migraine

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Met XL 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Avoid Met XL 50 Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

Met XL 50 Tablet is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

If you miss a dose of Met XL 50 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Met XL 50 Tablet lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.

Met XL 50 Tablet should be taken once a day regularly at the same time.

Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.

It may also be used to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease).

Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine work better.

It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.

Do not stop taking Met XL 50 Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Q. How long does Met XL 50 Tablet take to work?

The time taken by Met XL 50 Tablet to start working varies from person to person. Usually, Met XL 50 Tablet starts working within 15 minutes. However, in some patients, it may take up to 2 hours to start working. It starts acting slowly and the maximum or full effect is usually experienced within a span of 1 week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Met XL 50 Tablet, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.

Q. Is taking Met XL 50 Tablet dangerous?

Met XL 50 Tablet is usually safe when taken as per the doctor’s prescription. This medicine exhibits dangerous effects if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and can even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So, do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.

Q. Does Met XL 50 Tablet help you sleep better?

Met XL 50 Tablet belongs to the beta-blockers class of medicine. Though their effect on sleep varies from person to person, it has been found that these medicines are known to alter the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in few patients. On the other hand, it has also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Do consult your doctor in case you have any sleep disturbances.

Q. What should I do if I forget to take Met XL 50 Tablet?

If you forget to take a dose of Met XL 50 Tablet, then take it as soon as you remember it. However, if the time of your next dose is nearby, then skip the missed dose to avoid taking a double dose.

Q. Can I take alcohol after taking Met XL 50 Tablet?

No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Met XL 50 Tablet. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Met XL 50 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called long-acting beta-blocker. Met XL 50 Tablet works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps it to beat with less force. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Met XL 50 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.

In Treatment of Arrhythmia

Met XL 50 Tablet is used to stabilize heart rhythms (particularly atrial fibrillation). It helps in normalizing an abnormal heart rhythm, preventing it from occurring in the first place or slowing down the heart rate during an episode.

In Prevention of Heart attack

Met XL 50 Tablet helps lower your blood pressure and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

In Prevention of Migraine

Met XL 50 Tablet helps change electrical activity in the brain, reduce the flow of blood in your brain or increase activity in a region of the brain associated with migraines. By preventing and reducing the frequency of migraine attacks, the medicine can help you carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.show moreshow less

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Breathlessness

Nausea

Dizziness

Slow heart rate

Headache

Fatigue

Alcohol:UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Met XL 50 Tablet.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Met XL 50 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Met XL 50 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving:UNSAFE

Met XL 50 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Met XL 50 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Met XL 50 Tablet is recommended.

Liver:CAUTION

Met XL 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Met XL 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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