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Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Quintos Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Flat No.:1001, Building No. 2A, New Mhada Rajyog CHS, Lokhandwala Circle, Versova Andheri(W), MUMBAI-400053
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Pleomax 50 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, kidney and might result in stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Pleomax 50 Tablet are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.

Do not stop taking Pleomax 50 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Pleomax 50 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 Pleomax 50 Tablet .

Consult your doctor before taking Pleomax 50 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 Pleomax 50 Tablet with anti-diabetic medicines as it might mask the signs of low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while taking Pleomax 50 Tablet is advised.

Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking Pleomax 50 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 Pleomax 50 Tablet .

Taking Pleomax 50 Tablet along with multivitamin/multimineral supplements may decrease the effect of Pleomax 50 Tablet . Therefore, maintain a gap of at least 2hours between both. However, you are advised to take Pleomax 50 Tablet with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.

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Alcohol

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Alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Pleomax 50 Tablet . It might also cause increased dizziness. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Pleomax 50 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Pleomax 50 Tablet belongs to pregnancy category C. Pleomax 50 Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Pleomax 50 Tablet may pass into breastmilk. Consult a doctor before taking Pleomax 50 Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Pleomax 50 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 Pleomax 50 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 Pleomax 50 Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

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Pleomax 50 Tablet is not recommended in children as the safety and efficacy have not been established.

About Pleomax 50 Tablet

Pleomax 50 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, Pleomax 50 Tablet may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches and tremors (fits). 

Pleomax 50 Tablet contains 'Metoprolol succinate', which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future. 

Take Pleomax 50 Tablet as prescribed. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide the dose and duration. In some cases, Pleomax 50 Tablet may cause certain common side effects like dizziness, tiredness, diarrhea, 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 Pleomax 50 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Pleomax 50 Tablet is not recommended for use in children. Pleomax 50 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Pleomax 50 Tablet as it might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Pleomax 50 Tablet . Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Pleomax 50 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

Pleomax 50 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).  Pleomax 50 Tablet  helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers 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

Take Pleomax 50 Tablet with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Side Effects of Pleomax 50 Tablet

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

Drug Warnings

Do not take Pleomax 50 Tablet if you are allergic to metoprolol succinate or any other beta-blockers. Avoid taking Pleomax 50 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 Pleomax 50 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Pleomax 50 Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Pleomax 50 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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MetoprololCeritinib
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MetoprololClonidine
Severe

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MetoprololCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s:
Taking ceritinib together with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s 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 Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s 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.
MetoprololClonidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s:
Co-administration of Clonidine and Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s may lower blood pressure and slow the heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Clonidine and Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s, 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.
MetoprololVerapamil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s:
Coadministration of Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s with Verapamil may lead to increased side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s 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.
MetoprololAcebutolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s:
Coadministration of Acebutolol with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s can cause abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s and Acebutolol 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 consulting a doctor.
MetoprololSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s:
Using Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s and Saquinavir can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s 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.
MetoprololArtemether
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s:
Both Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s and Artemether may increase the blood levels and effects of Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s activity.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s 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.
MetoprololAtazanavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s:
Use of Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s with Atazanavir may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction between Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s 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.
MetoprololTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s:
Coadministration of Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s and Tizanidine may reduce the efficiency of Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s 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.
MetoprololDiltiazem
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s:
Coadministration of Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s with Diltiazem can increase the side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s 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.
MetoprololAminophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s:
Coadministration of Aminophylline with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s together can make Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s less effective and increase the effects of aminophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aminophylline with Pleomax 50 Tablet 10s 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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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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 due to have any surgery, inform the doctor that you are taking Pleomax 50 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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