৳ 3/unit
Pack: ৳ 3
৳ 3/unit
Pack: ৳ 3
At a glance
Metoprolol Tartrate is a beta-blocker used to treat hypertension angina arrhythmia and prevent migraine.
Indications
- Hypertension
- Angina pectoris
- Arrhythmia
- Migraine prevention
- Adjunct in hyperthyroidism
- Acute myocardial infarction
Pharmacology
Metoprolol is a selective beta1-blocker. It reduces the agonistic effect of catecholamines on the heart resulting in decreased heart rate cardiac output and blood pressure. It interferes less with insulin release and carbohydrate metabolism than non-selective beta-blockers.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- Hypertension: Initial: 100 mg/day; may increase to 400 mg/day; Maintenance: 100-200 mg/day
- Angina: 50-100 mg 2-3 times daily
- Arrhythmias: 50 mg 2-3 times daily; may increase to 300 mg/day
- Hyperthyroidism: 25-50 mg 4 times daily
- Migraine Prophylaxis: 100-200 mg/day
- Heart Failure: Initial: 12.5-25 mg/day; Target: 200 mg/day
Child Dose: 1-2 mg/kg/day; Max: 6 mg/kg or 200 mg/day
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Slow heart rate
- Headache and dizziness
- Fatigue and tiredness
- Stomach pain and nausea
- Breathlessness
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy (Category C): Possibly unsafe. Your doctor will weigh benefits and risks.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- Caution while driving
- Rise slowly from sitting or lying position
- Monitor glucose if diabetic
- Do not stop abruptly
- Caution in liver problems
Overdose effects
Overdose may cause severe hypotension sinus bradycardia AV block heart failure cardiogenic shock bronchospasm coma. Symptomatic treatment.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool and dry place protected from light. Keep out of reach of children.