Metoprolol Forums (Page 11)

WHAT IS IT FOR? AFTER EFFECTS? DURATION TO TAKE THIS? ## Need more info on drugs molecules to understand drug intake and avoid side effects if any can be avoided ## Prolomet-XL contains the active ingredient Metoprolol, which is a beta blocker that is commonly used to treat high blood pressure, cardiac conditions and migraines. As to how long of a time period that you have to be on it, that really depends on why you are taking it. If you are using it to help control high blood pressure and/or a cardiac condition, then it is highly likely that you will be on this or a similar mediation for the rest of your life to keep those conditions under control. As to the side effects and avoiding them, not everyone experiences them and if you do, there is really no known way to avoid the side effec...

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I refilled my prescription and received a different looking pill. My old pill was small like a aspirin w/ m and 50 on it the new pill is white.round and has 381 stamped on it with a v setting side ways are these the same pill ## Yes, same medication, just a different manufacturer, there are just not regulations regarding the way they look. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness and headache. Is there anything else I can help you with? ## I just picked up my prescription of metoprolol er succinate 50 mg and the pills look different, white w/ logo A and mo right underneath. Is this the same pill. ## I just received my perscription of Metoprolol ER Succinate 50mg. My last prescription was a round white pill with a logo and 831 printed on it. My new rescription is a round white...

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My husbands metoprolol usually says LEG in the script and is a little round blue pill. When he filled it today it says CAR and is an oblong white pill. Same dosage. Are these the same med? ## Metoprolol is available as a generic, so the markings and the way it looks may differ, depending on which manufacturer made it. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. What are the markings on the new ones he received?

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I have a pill with the letter m on one side and the # 18 what and I'm taking and for what??? ## Hi Sonny, I found a small white round pill with a capital "M" over the number "18" on one side; and blank on the back (aside from a dividing score line where you can split the pill in two). Is your tablet scored as well? The pill I'm describing is identified as Metoprolol tartrate 25mg [made by Mylan], used for treating high blood pressure. You can view an image of it by clicking on the following National Drug Code link: 00378-0018 I hope this helps!

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One side has no marking. The other side has M above 3 ## Hi Mimi, Based on the description provided, I've identified your pill to be a 100mg Metoprolol succinate extended-release tablet. This medication is used for treating high blood pressure as well as other heart related disorders. For verification, this pill is reportedly 11mm in size and carries a National Drug Code of 55111-468. I hope this helps!

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Trying to see what kind of medication this pill is. It has a capital M with a line in the middle and a capital Z beneath it. Nothing on the other side. ## Hi mariana, Any chance that the "Z" is actually a "2"? I located a white round pill with a capital "M" above a score line and the number "2" underneath it, to be a 50mg Metoprolol tablet; used for treating hypertension. For verification, this pill is reportedly 9mm in size and carries a National Drug Code of 00904-6323. I hope this helps!

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I am taking metoprolol tartrate 12.5 mg once a day. Can I take sudafed 30 mg the same day at a later time? ## Hello, Janean! How are you? It would best to check with your doctor, before taking Sudafed, because it can cause elevated heart rate and blood pressure as side effects, according to the NIH, which could be dangerous. Are you on any other medications?

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My husband takes 12.5 mg metoprolol in the morning and his lisinopril 2.5 at night. His cardiologist said to take 12.5 metoprolol in the am and another 12.5 in the pm. Our question is can the two medications together cause his no to get too low? He was put on the lisinopril to thin his blood since he is diabetic. Is it normal to be on both if there is no heart condition? ## Neither of these medications are blood thinners. What condition does he have that requires him to see a cardiologist? Medications in this class are sometimes given to diabetics to help protect kidney function, according to the NIH. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, and hypotension. Does your husband have high blood pressure?

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Doctor had prescribed me prolomet xl 25, i was taking the same. But this medicine is not avialable on stores from last 15 days. So, pls sugest me any substitute of this. ## Hello, Mahesh! How are you? The active ingredient in this medication is Metoprolol in a time released formulation, so an equivalent medication would contain the same active ingredient. The U.S. FDA lists its 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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How many hours apart do I separate these meds. and what is the best and less confusing way to take these pills. Together or Separated? ## There is no need to separate them, as a matter of fact, most doctors will tell you not to, in order to try to help you remember to take them all and not miss any doses. They can be taken together. They may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Is it ok to take 12.5 Motroprel Sa tabs with 20mg liisinopril htz in the morning and the same at nite time. ## Metoprolol Succinate Sa 12.5 mg tab and HCTZ Lisinopril 12.5 20 mg in the morning and the same doses at nite. Is this a ok way to do it. I WAS on 40 mg Lisinopril in the morning and 12.5 metoprolol in the evening and doctor ju...

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Have been on 50 mg twice a day now on toprolXL is it better to take the new pill morning or evening? Thank you for your advice. ## I take Metoprolol 100 mg now/once a day, but when I was on the 50 mg and it increased to 100, the dr. said take one in a.m., one in p.m...12 hours apart, at the same time every day, until that prescription was used up and the new one started. If you were prescribed to take it twice a day then you would HAVE to take one in a.m. and one in p.m., right? Plus the directions should be on the bottle! ## Hello, Susan! How are you? Unless you've been instructed otherwise, it's usually meant to be taken in the morning, that way it is most effective during the times of day you will be most active and may experience the most fluctuations in your blood pressure ...

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I have this white oval pills IT says APO on one side back side says me the a line in the middle and 25 on the bottom What's is this pill ## Hello, Mark! How are you? Apotex Canada lists this tablet as containing 25mgs of Metoprolol, which is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. The U.S. FDA lists its 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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I have been on various doses of metoprolol since July. The dr. Reduced dose from 100 mg. Twice a day to 50 mg. Twice a day then 25 mg twice a day. Still had vision problems and dizzy. 5 days ago reduced it to 12/12mg. Twice a day. Still have blurry vision and dizzyjudi ## Hello, Judi! How are you? Wow! That's horrible! Has there been any change? While those can be side effects of this medication, they usually go away after about 4 to 5 weeks, once your body gets used to the medication, according to the FDA. Other side effects may include nausea, headache, and hypotension. However, given the length of time you've been dealing with this, I think it's time to try a different medication and I'm not sure why your doctor hasn't already suggested that you do so. Are you wor...

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Just got a refill of metoprolol er succinate 50mg which used to have Watson listed as the manufacturer but now says Actavis. The pills look exactly the same and the imprint is the same with an 831 number but they stink like paint. Never had this before. The pharmacist checked the original container and that stinks too. Anyone else notice this? ## Hello, Mary! How are you? Most pills do have an odor, but many manufacturers use a coating on them to prevent patients from smelling it. Thus, I have to assume that when Actavis bought out many of Watson's products, they stopped coating them. It is, however, nothing to worry about, even though I know it may be annoying. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased uri...

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Does metoprolol succinate oral have any effect on macular degenerative eyesight? I suddenly have had drastic lose of eyesight. ## Hello, Shirley! How are you? As reported by the FDA, it has been known to cause blurred vision, dry eyes, and visual disturbances, but not usually anything permanent. Other side effects may include nausea, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Are you on any other medications?

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is this a blood thinner ## No, Metoprolol is a beta blocker that's most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension. You can learn more Metoprolol details here. Are there any comments or questions? ## Can i have root canal theraphy while taking metropolol? ## I had a root canal therapy without anesthesia while I am on metoprolol 50 mg twice a day. But later after taking antibiotic; I suffered severe bloating and short breathing until my family doctor recommend eating yogurt with the antibiotic.

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I used to take 25mg of metoprolol er succinate for 2 yrs. Dr. Moved up dosage to 50 mg a month ago and I am sooo tired. I take it with dinner around 6 each evening. Would it be ok to take at bed time......afraid if I take it in the morning I'll sleep all day! ## Hello, Emily! How are you? It can be taken at night, as long as your doctor approves. The reason they usually tell someone to take it in the morning is so that it can help control blood pressure and heart rate during the times of a day a person will usually experience the most fluctuations. However, this is the time released formulation, so there should not be a problem. The FDA patient advisory leaflet lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is ...

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Has anyone experienced a sick flu-like feeling, blurry vision, dizziness, headache and general malaise from taking metoprolol succ ER? ## Hello, Lily! How are you? Yes, those can be side effects of this medication, along with nausea, increased urination and hypotension. They should go away, once your body gets used to this medication, but that may take 4 to 5 weeks. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Taking metoprolol tartrate for 6 months the side effects are horrible tired irritated fogginess forgetful, but blood pressure normal just wondering cutting dose in half will it make side effects go away, just want some input thanks ## Hello, Les! How are you? I'm very sorry about the problems that you're having. Actually, it would be best to speak to your doctor about trying a different medication. This is classified as a beta blocker and there are several others available that you can try to see if they work for you, without causing as many side effects. The FDA lists the typical ones as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I am taking 40mg of pravastatin sodium. I feel like this medicine...

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I'm taking a small dose that was prescribed due to a sudden A-fib situation. I am off any blood thinners other than aspirin and have cut the dose to about 2.5mg 2xs a day. My heart rate is upper 60s to mid 70s at rest. I only got to 130 one time while bowling during the day and it remains in the mid to upper 80s. I have noticed a reduction in libido and a weighted feeling in my lower legs. I've been on it for 8 months +- blood pressure is fine, a little discomfort from time to time in the stomach. Now I want to get off this, but how? ## At that low of a dosage, you can most likely just stop taking it, but you should only do so, if your doctor approves. If this is the only thing controlling your blood pressure, there is a risk of it soaring back up, if you stop it, according to t...

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