Metoprolol Forums (Page 10)

I have a pacemaker, during my last device check I was changed from Metoprolol Succinate ER 50 mg twice a day to 100 mg Metoprolol Succinate SA once a day I have fatigue weakness and so tired I feel like I ran a marathon. Can't exercise feel like a Mac truck ran over me ## Those can be normal side effects of this medication and it may take 4 to 5 weeks for your body to adjust to the new dosage, so the side effects taper off. According to the FDA, you may also experience nausea, dizziness, increased urination, and hypotension. Are you on any other medications, or just this one?

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Is metoprolol 50mg twice a day all I need to be taking for this condition? I am a 65 yr. old woman. I also have a leaky valve. ## Has your doctor prescribed it for you? It is generally used to treat conditions such as high blood pressure, and some cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Are you on any other medications?

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I have been taking 25 mg metoprolol and 400 mg magnesium oxide for atrial fibrillation for about a month. Over a week later a bad rash developed on both hands and one hand is red and puffy. Got off the mag oxide since I thought that was what caused it, but the side effects have gotten worse. I can't stand the itching. Afraid to go off both meds, my doc has not been much help and I feel confused. I never took any pills before this. I am 69 years of age. I need it to work really badly, what do I do? ## Hi Linda, sorry to hear about the effects that you're experiencing. It sounds to me like you may be having an allergic or more serious reaction here, so I would recommend reporting all of this to your doctor if you have not already done so. The reason I say that is because you may n...

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What are the side effects of Seloken XL 25mg? ## Seloken XL contains a time released formulation of Metoprolol, which is a beta blocker that's used to treat high blood pressure. The side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, hair loss and stomach pain. Learn more Metoprolol details here. Are there any other comments or questions? ## I hv taken seloken XL 25 mg from 2 months now I am feeling burning feeling of throat n tounge is it becoz of this medicine

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The druggist changed the color of my metoprolol from a blue round pill to a white oval pill and the white oval one seems to have given my legs a hard time walking and my hands are very tight. I know I have arthritis but this is more than usual. Could there be any connection? I believe there is. Since I've started taking the white one I drop everything and hardly walk. Would there be some ingredient in the white pill that was not in the blue pill? ## The inactive ingredients can differ from one generic to another. What are the markings on the white pill that you've received? I'm sorry, but I need this additional information in order to research more details for you. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dr...

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Hi. I have been taking 1 Metoprolol 50 mg 3 times a day, Estropipate 1.5 mg once a day, Allopurinol 100 mg once a day & Amlodipine 10 mg once a day & then my kidney dr put me on Chlorthalidone 1/2 in the morning and then my Blood Pressure has gone down but this morning I took Metoprolol at 7:00 this morning & 1/2 of Chlorthalidone this morning at 8:30, my BP has been anywhere from 130/93 to 149/104 & now since yesterday it's been 113/79 pulse 67 - 126/70 & pulse 67 with food. Do I continue taking them this way? Can Metoprolol & Chlorthalidone & Estropipate & Allopurinol be taken at the same time? ## If your doctor has prescribed them all for you, you should follow their instructions. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea,...

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I am receiving my Metoprolol from a different pharmacy and the pill is different. My old pill had M 18 on it. The new one has 73 C on it. Is it the same medication? Both are 25 mg. ## Yes, you have received the correct medication, this new tablet is manufactured by Aurobindo Pharma. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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blood pressure ## Metoprolol Tartrate Click Here ## I have been taking Metoprolol Tartrate 25mg, twice a day since my heart operation in 2006. Throughout this time I had "occassional" dizziness. However, this past April I nearly fully collasped while walking in my house. Thinking it was my heart, I spent 3 days in the hospital and was tested "head to foot" and no problems were found. Since that time I would have "passing out" symtons while walking , and would completly stop, and it would disappear. This was happeing frequently. In May I passed out while standing. On June 1 dosage was dropped to 25mg ONCE a day. I am now fine ## I am currently taking clonidine 1 mg once a day, Metropol 100 mg 2x a day, and nifipine 90 mg once a day. I started taking these meds in ...

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What side effects.Does it cause loss of sleep. ## Metoprolol ER, the generic for Toprol XR is used to help control blood pressure and treat certain cardiovascular conditions. Yes, it can cause trouble sleeping for some people, as well as nausea, dizziness and vision problems. You can read more here: The side effects should taper off as your body adjusts to the medication, however, if they don't or are really causing a problem, you should speak to your doctor. Do you have any other questions? ## I have been taking this medication for 3 years Metoprolol Succ Er 50 Mg. I am not experiencing all of the listed side effects is it possible it is from the medicine after all this time? ## I was put on this in my early 40's and am now in my 60's. It was increased from 25mg to 50mg and...

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Just figured out that multac is the drug causing hives and throat tightness. I had a heat stroke with amarideron. Taking for SVT with metropol and losartin. I have heard there are less aggressive drugs. I am going to mexico and don't want to stay inside. ## Hello, Tiger! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem that you've had. However, almost all prescription medications can cause that. Even your Metoprolol and Losartan can cause it. The best thing to do is be careful to drink lots of water and use a good, high level sun block to prevent the issues, as much as possible. Has your doctor made any other suggestions? ## I'm taking Metoprolol 50 mg twice a day. It's been very good for me Except since I've been taking it I have gotten a rash on my legs-chest-arms is t...

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What is a white oblong pill with nothing on one side and on the other side it has a triangle and a M? ## Hi Lynn, A white oblong pill with a triangle and an M on one side (separated by a score line), and blank on the other side is reportedly identified as a 25mg Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release tablet; made by Watson Pharmaceuticals. This medication is indicated for use in treating hypertension. For additional verification, the size of the tablet is listed as 11.00 mm and carries a National Drug Code of 62037-0830. I hope this helps!

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My mother is 95 and never had high blood pressure while taking 20 mg Metoprolol. About 3 months ago her blood pressure started being around 200/90. She has been on 100mg of Losartan and 2.5 mg Amlodipine, but it isn't bringing it down. Suggestions? ## How long has she been taking the new medications? They usually take about 4 to 5 weeks to reach their full level of efficacy in the body. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Does she eat a lot of fatty and salty foods? Is she on any other medications?

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Can you take Renexa and Metoprolol tartrate 25 mg together? ## They can be taken together, if they have both been prescribed for you, but the Ranexa may increase the effects of the Metoprolol, so you may need a dosage adjustment and your doctor should be monitoring you regularly to watch for any problems, as warned by the NIH. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Is this still available? My pharmacy says it has been discontinued. I have used this med for 2 years. ## Hello, Lisa! How are you? There was actually a recall on it back in May, so there has been a shortage. It would be better to ask your doctor to prescribe an alternative dosage or medication, for now. Side effects to this drug may include nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Tab wock lisinopril brand is the only one that agreed with me. But when they gave me a pink one I am highly allergic to the pink dye. Made me puke for a long time pink foam, kept foaming & foaming I thought I was going to die. So The pharmacy ordered some from ? It was white but it kept burning my kidneys making me sick . Dr.s would not believe me . So I quit ...

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I was just prescribed this 1x/day to treat palpitations that I frequently get after a meal. Not necessarily the increased heart rate type of palps, but more so the being able to feel every beat in my chest type of palps. What concerns me is that my sleeping heart rate is normally 48-51 and my normal blood pressure often dips to 90s/50s and on the rare occasion can fall to the high 80s/40s. I have never fainted due to low bp, but have often gotten lightheaded upon standing. With starting numbers as low as these, would it be unsafe to start taking this drug? ## Hello, Joe! How are you doing? Have you started taking it, yet? If so, what has occurred? It is odd that this would be prescribed for palpitations that only occur after a meal, since that can be a normal thing for some people due t...

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i have found a white pill that is slightly small. it's oblong. It looks like it has an A or a triangle with a line through the triangle. It also has a M on the same side as the Symobol. both sides of the pill has a line in the middle. there are no numbers or letters on the other side. the triangle and the m are the only imprint on this pill. ## From what I can find, this contains 25mgs of controlled release Metoprolol, the active ingredient in Toprol XL, this is a beta blocker used to treat high blood pressure and other cardiac diseases. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and stomach pain. Learn more: Are there any comments or questions? ## That is exactly what that is. I'm prescribed the medication. It is metoprolol 25 mg er. A beta blocker. ## It is ...

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i was prescribed metoprolol 25mg but i only took a half a dose at night at bedtime. I'm also on flexeril 10mg at night at bedtime. Can these two be taken together? ## They can, if your doctor approves, but you do need to be careful, because taking them together may cause your blood pressure to go lower than normal, according to FDA reports, which could be dangerous, if it drops too low. The FDA also warns that you may experience more nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness, than usual. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I've Been taking 12.5 twice a day. Once with lunch but the other around 11 pm. I don't want to nor do I feel like eating that late. It doesn't upset my stomach but can this hurt me!? Also, am I not allowed to eat potassium due to this drug? ## It can be taken with, or without food, it is entirely up to you and what works for you, it is not harmful, unless you are experiencing stomach irritation, have an ulcer, or other stomach GI issue. You can eat foods that contain potassium, but you should be careful not to eat them in excess and not to take extra potassium supplements, according to FDA directives. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I got a horrible cold/flu and my heart rate keeps going over 100 - psvt has returned. I am taking metoprolol in desperation. Please help. Has anyone else ever had this happen? I can't take any medication for fear of starting a psvt. I have taken Advil. ## Whenever you are sick with a condition that can affect your breathing and circulation, it causes your heart to have to work harder to pump enough blood to your organs, so it can be normal for your respiratory rate, heart rate, and blood pressure to become elevated. Did your doctor instruct you to restart the Metoprolol? The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, hypotension and palpitations.

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I take a half a pill in the morning after breakfast and half after dinner. Is taking the half after dinner okay? ## It is, as long as your doctor approves and has told you to take 25mgs a day. In most cases, they prescribe it to be taken once a day, due to the fact that it makes more likely that someone will remember to take it and not miss doses. However, in some cases, it does work better for some people to take such medications in split doses. I found that I get much better control of my blood pressure and heart rate by spacing my doses throughout the day. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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