Purpose of Toprol XL
Metoprolol, sold under brand names such as Lopressor, is a selective β1-receptor blocker. It is used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain due to insufficient blood flow to the heart, and many conditions related to an abnormally fast heart rate.
Toprol XL Uses
Tropol XL is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems. This drug blocks the effects of certain natural chemicals in the body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. It works by lowering your heart rate, and blood pressure, and putting less strain on your heart.
How do you use Toprol XL
Do not crush or chew extended-release Toprol XL tablets. This increases the risk of side effects as all the drug is released at once. Also, do not share extended-release tablets unless they have a scoreline and have been instructed to do so by your doctor or pharmacist. Swallow the tablet whole or in portions without crushing or chewing.
Tell your doctor if your condition doesn’t improve or gets worse (for example, if your daily blood pressure readings remain high or are rising, chest pain or migraines occur more often). if you do).
Toprol XL Dosage
The usual starting dose is 25 to 100 mg once daily. Adjust dosage at weekly (or longer) intervals until optimal blood pressure reduction is achieved. In general, the maximum effect of any dose is seen after one week of treatment.
Toprol XL Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Diarrhea
- Slow heartbeat may occur
- Decreased sexual ability
If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Storage Toprol XL
Keep Toprol XL in the blister pack until it is time to take them. If you remove TOPROL-XL from the blister pack, it will not keep well.
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