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Composition :

METOPROLOL-12.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Knoll Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

M-17, Pharma Tower, Basement & Ground Floor, Badli Industrial Area, New Delhi 110 042
Other Info - MET1809

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FAQs

Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Thereby, lowers blood pressure.

High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the blood vessels of the heart, brain, and kidney and might result in stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.

Do not stop taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet .

Consult your doctor before taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet if you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) as it might mask the symptoms or make it difficult to recognise the signs of thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone in the body).

Consult your doctor before taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet with anti-diabetic medicines as it might mask the signs of low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet is advised.

Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet 24hours prior to the surgery, as it might lower blood pressure when combined with general anaesthesia. If you are due to have any surgery or are receiving an anaesthetic, inform the doctor that you are taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet .

Taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet along with multivitamin/multimineral supplements may decrease the effect of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet . Therefore, maintain a gap of at least 2 hours between both. However, you are advised to take Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet . It might also cause increased dizziness. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet may pass into breastmilk. Consult a doctor before taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet may cause dizziness and tiredness. Therefore, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

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Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet is not recommended in children as the safety and efficacy have not been established.

About Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet

Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), and to protect the heart after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood exerts an increased pressure against the arteries that may lead to various types of heart diseases. Besides this, Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headache and tremors (fits). 

Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet contains 'Metoprolol', which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future. 

Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide the dose and duration. In some cases, Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet may cause certain common side effects like dizziness, tiredness, diarrhoea, stomach pain, nausea, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, asthma, overactive thyroid, metabolic acidosis, or severe blood circulation problems. Consult your doctor before taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet is not recommended for use in children. Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet as it might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet . Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet

High blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), heart attack (myocardial infarction).

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Medicinal Benefits

Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), and to protect the heart after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Besides this, it also helps in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches and tremors (fits).  Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet  helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future. 

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Oral liquid: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Side Effects of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Headache

Drug Warnings

Do not take Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet if you are allergic to Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet or any other beta-blockers. Avoid taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet if you have/had heart conduction, rhythm problems, uncontrolled/severe heart failure, blocked blood vessels, blood circulation problems, untreated pheochromocytoma, metabolic acidosis, low blood pressure, or prinzmetal angina. Inform your doctor if you have asthma, COPD, diabetes, blood vessel disorder, slow heart rate, pheochromocytoma, myasthenia gravis, dry eye problems, kidney or liver impairment; if you are taking anti-depressants, other blood pressure-lowering medicines, or anti-arrhythmic agents. Consult your doctor before taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Let your doctor know if you are taking other prescription/non-prescription medicines or herbal supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetoprololAtazanavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet:
Use of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet with Atazanavir may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction between Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet and Atazanavir, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or irregular heartbeat, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololClonidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet:
Co-administration of Clonidine and Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet may lower blood pressure and slow the heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Clonidine and Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience headaches, slow heartbeat, dizziness, or feeling like you might pass out, contact your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
MetoprololDisopyramide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet:
Combine use of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet with Disopyramide may increase the effectiveness of Disopyramide.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet can be taken with Disopyramide if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, palpitations, fainting, slow or fast pulse, or irregular heartbeats. Do not discontinue any medication without a doctor's advice.
MetoprololAminophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet:
Coadministration of Aminophylline with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet together can make Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet less effective and increase the effects of aminophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aminophylline with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet may lead to an interaction, it can be taken only if a doctor has advised it. If you experience nausea, vomiting, sleeplessness, restlessness, irregular heartbeats, or difficulty in breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololVerapamil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet:
Coadministration of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet with Verapamil may lead to increased side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet can be taken with Verapamil if prescribed by the doctor. Consult a prescriber if you experience fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
MetoprololCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet:
Taking ceritinib together with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet can slow your heart rate and increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet and Ceritinib, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience any dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet:
Using Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet and Saquinavir can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet and Saquinavir, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, slow pulse, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet:
Coadministration of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet and Tizanidine may reduce the efficiency of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet and Tizanidine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience blurry vision, confusion, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, nausea or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. do not discontinue any medications without talking to your doctor.
MetoprololArtemether
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet:
Both Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet and Artemether may increase the blood levels and effects of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet activity.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet and Artemether together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience blurry vision, confusion, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, nausea or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololDiltiazem
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet:
Coadministration of Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet with Diltiazem can increase the side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet and Diltiazem, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • TERBINAFINE
  • HYDROCORTISONE
  • PREDNISOLONE
  • LIDOCAINE

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Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation then immediately contact your doctor.
  • If you are due to have any surgery, inform the doctor that you are taking Metopole-12.5Mg Xl Tablet .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular physical activity or exercise.
  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease. 
  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.

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