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    Category : Antihypertensives. [ 31 Lopressor reviews, post your review! ]



    Warning: details is intended to supplement, not substitute for, judgment and expertise & judgment of your pharmacist. this shouldnot be construed to indicate that use of drug is safe or effective for you. Consult you're pharmacist before using this drug.

    Metoprolol - oral

    (met-oh-pro-lol)

    common brand names: Lopressor

    Warning: If you have chest pain (angina) or have heart disease (e.g., coronary artery disease, ischemic heart disease, high blood pressure), do not stop using this drug without first consulting you're pharmacist. your condition may become worse when medication is suddenly stopped. If some your pharmacist decides you must no longer use it medication, you must gradually decrease youre dose according to your doctor's instructions. When gradually stopping this medication, this is recommended that you temporarily limit physical activity to decrease the work on heart. Seek immeditial doctor attention if you develop: worsening chest pain, tightness or pressure at the chest, chest pain spreading to jaw/neck/arm, sweating, trouble breathing or fast/irregular heartbeat.

    Simular Drugs : Lopressor, Lopressor, Lopressor Hct

    Related Drugs : Lopressor, Lopressor, Lopressor

    Lopressor Usage: it drug is beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina) and HBP. it is also used after an acute heart attack to improve survival. high blood pressure reduction helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. this drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body such as epinephrine on heart and blood vessels. this results at a lowering of heart rate, blood pressure, & strain on the heart.

    Lopressor can be used also for: it drug may also be used for irregular heartbeats, heart failure, migraine headache prevention, tremors and other conditions as determined by you're doctor.

    How to use Lopressor: Take it drug by mouth, with or right after meal, as directed by your doctor. Use this medication regularly in order to get the the majority of the benefit from it. To help you remember, use it in same times each day. this pill isnt effective if you use it only when chest pain or migraine headache occurs. It's very important to take it medication regularly as prescribed to help prevent these conditions. the dosage is based on your medical condition & response to therapy. this may take one or two weeks before the full benefit of this medication takes effect. it is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well. most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick. do not suddenly stop taking this drug without consulting you're doctor. your condition may become worse when drug is suddenly stopped. Refer to Warning section.

    Lopressor side effects: You may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, tiredness, diarrhea, unusual dreams, trouble sleeping, or vision problems as your body adjusts to the drug. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify youre doctor or pharmacist promptly. this drug may reduce blood flow to some your hands & feet, causing them to feel cold. Smoking may worsen it effect. Dress warmly & avoid tobacco use. Tell you're doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: symptoms of very slow heartbeat (e.g., persistent dizziness, fainting, unusual fatigue), bluish discoloration about fingers and toes, numbness/tingling/swelling of hands or feet, decreased sexual ability, reversible hair loss, mental/mood changes, trouble breathing, cough, unexplained or sudden weight gain, increased thirst, increased urination. Tell your healthcare professional immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: simple bruising or bleeding, persistent sore throat or fever, yellowing skin or eyes, stomach pain, dark urine, persistent nausea. at unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or pharmacist.

    Lopressor Precautions: this drug shouldnot be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult you're physician or doctor if you have: certain types of irregular heartbeats (e.g., sinus bradycardia, second or third degree atrioventricular block), cardiogenic shock, severe heart failure (overt or decompensated type), certain type of tumor (untreated pheochromocytoma). Before using this med, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially about: heart failure (treated, compensated type), breathing problems (e.g., asthma, chronic obstructive lung disease), diabetes, overactive thyroid disease (hyperthyroidism), liver disease, blood circulation problems (e.g., Raynaud's disease), skin conditions (e.g., psoriasis), mental/mood disorders (e.g., depression), certain muscle disease (myasthenia gravis), any allergies. Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking this medication. If you have diabetes, this med may mask the fast/pounding heartbeat you would usually feel when your blood sugar level falls too low (hypoglycemia). other symptoms of low blood sugar level such as dizziness or sweating unaffected by this medication. this tablet may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages. To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from seated or lying position. this drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks (e.g., low birth weight) and benefits with some your pharmacist. this tablet passes into breast milk. While there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

    Lopressor drug interactions: this drug should not be used with next meds because very serious interactions may occur: mibefradil, psychiatric drugs (phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine, thioridazine). If you are currently using any of these tablets, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting this medication. Before using this medication, tell youre healthcare professional or healthcare professional of every prescription & nonprescription goods you may use, especially about: alpha-blockers (e.g., prazosin), anti-diabetic medications (e.g., glipizide, glyburide, insulin), barbiturates (e.g., phenobarbital), calcium channel blockers (e.g., diltiazem, verapamil), cimetidine, epinephrine, general anesthesia, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g., indomethacin, ibuprofen), other heart drugs (e.g., amiodarone, digoxin, propafenone, quinidine, intravenous lidocaine), other meds to treat high blood pressure (e.g., clonidine, hydralazine, reserpine), tablets for overactive thyroid disease (e.g., methimazole, propylthiouracil), paroxetine, rifamycins (e.g., rifampin), St. John's wort. check the labels on every your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products, diet aids) because they may contain ingredients that could increase your heart rate or blood pressure. Ask your physician about safe use of those goods. do not start or stop any medicine with-out healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.

    Lopressor Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include unusually slow heartbeat, severe dizziness, slow or shallow breathing, weakness, or fainting.

    Lopressor special notes: do not share this med with others. Lifestyle changes such as stress reduction programs, exercise & dietary changes may increase effectiveness of this medicine. speak to your doctor or physician about lifestyle changes that might benefit you. Have your blood pressure & pulse checked regularly while taking this medication. it may be best to learn how to monitor your own blood pressure & pulse. Discuss this with you're doctor.

    If you missed Lopressor dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, but not if It's within four hours of next dose. If It's within four hours of next dose, skip missed dose & resume youre usual dosing schedule. do not double the dose to catch up.

    Lopressor Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from light & moisture. do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children & pets.

    Medical alert: your condition may cause complications in a medical emergency.

    Active Ingredients : Metoprolol


    Tags : Lopressor Hct, Lopressor, Metoprolol, Oral
    Reasons Taking this medication : Angina, Htn, Hypertension - High Blood Pressure, Heart palpitations, Congestive heart failure, Heart Attacks, Sinus tachycardia, High Blood Pressure - Hypertension, Irregular heartbeat, Extreme hypertension, Atrial flutter
     (Votes #: 31)
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    Patients comments sorted by reason taking this drug : Hypertension - High Blood Pressure (7), Heart palpitations (2), Heart disease...hypertension (2), Atrial flutter (1), Palpitations and Tachycardia (1), To control SVTs and HBP (1), Congestive heart failure (1), Heart Attacks (1), Sinus tachycardia (1), Heart palpitations (PACs) (1), 235-120 (1), Htn (1), BP and Heart disease (1), Irregular heartbeat (1), High Blood Pressure - Hypertension (1), HI BLOOD PRESURE (1), Angina (1), Supraventrical Tachycardia (1), Chd (1), Extreme hypertension (1), Heart and BP (1).
     
     
        Lopressor reviews and side effects : Lopressor reviews

    Comment #31, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 20-30 years old , Reason : Sinus tachycardia.
    Side Effects : Cold hands & feet,
    mild lightheadedness when rising
    Review : Within a day my mobility improved (didn't get sort of breath walking around) and within week I was almost myself again!!
     
       
     
    Comment #30, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 20-30 years old , Reason : 235/120.
    Side Effects : Gained 50 pounds in under a year, drug limits my ability to engage at aerobic exercise.
    Review : I am on norvasc, lopressor, & avlide. Lopressor was first one they put me on. it controlled the BP well since while, but dosage has been increased from 25mg/day to 100mg/day over three years. in that time, other pills were added too. Metoprolol by itself brings blood pressure down considerably (I can look the effects within 20 to 30 minutes on the BP machine) but now I'm obese. I wasn't before. Doesn't seem love good tradeoff to me. I wish someone could answer question: Why did a healthy non-drug using 24 year old end up in ER with BP of 235/120? Why do I have to keep increasing the doses about lopressor and other drugs so rapidly just to stay under 160/60?
     
       
     
    Comment #29, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 60 and up years old , Reason : BP and Heart disease.
    Side Effects : it caused nightly heartburn/indigestion. for switching to Atenolol (Tenormin), this symptom has decreased 95%. No bad side effects so far.
    Review : I believe Lopressor is support system, i.e., this keeps you alive, so I went off it so I could live naturally. Now Aenolol works even better.
     
       
     
    Comment #28, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 20-30 years old , Reason : Hypertension / High Blood Pressure.
    Side Effects : I like this drug only thing that it does wrong is make my short term memory for real crappy haha
     
       
     
    Comment #27, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 60 and up years old , Reason : Atrial flutter.
    Side Effects : Tiredness, some lightheadiness and slow heart rate. when my HR is below 60, I don't take this medication because it lowers my HR to the mid 40's to low 50's.
     
       
     
    Comment #26, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 40-50 years old , Reason : Heart Attacks.
     
       
     
    Comment #25, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 40-50 years old , Reason : To control SVT's and HBP.
    Side Effects : several tiredness and occasional dizziness in beginning but symptoms subsided.
    Review : So far, I like Lopressor much better than Lotrel 5/10.
     
       
     
    Comment #24, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 50-60 years old , Reason : Heart Attacks.
    Side Effects : Stuffed nose, itching on shoulders extending down back, cannot get a full breath, arrythmias, constipation followed by diahrrea, gas, bloating of stomach after eating
    Review : I don't know why I'm taking this, my blood pressure is normal, my heart rate is in the 40's to low 50's,
     
       
     
    Comment #23, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 50-60 years old , Reason : Heart palpitations (PACs).
    Side Effects : Tired the first week or so; mild sexual side effects
    Review : Lopressor provided immediate relief (20 minutes after 1'st dose) from palpitations. Am sleeping again. much better than toprol xl. take 25mg 2 times day. Not a cure, but suppresses symptoms enough to let life go on.
     
       
     
    Comment #22, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 40-50 years old , Reason : Htn.
    Side Effects : Night sweats,low sex drive,low energy, numbness,tingling in hands, leg feet ankle swelling, 30lb weight gain, sudden weight gain, fluid retention,indigestion.
    Review : I also take altace norvac,catapres III patch, It's been the best combination to keep me controlled.
     
       
     
    Comment #21, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 30-40 years old , Reason : Irregular heartbeat.
    Side Effects : Stuffy nose, tingling at hands and feet (more at night), cold hands & feet, tired 1'st 2 weeks.
    Review : My ireegular heartbeat is much better now - almost gone or non- noticeable at least. every side effects have basically gone now but every now & then my nose is stuffy & I still get cold hands & feet.
     
       
     
    Comment #20, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 60 and up years old , Reason : High Blood Pressure / Hypertension.
    Side Effects : Cold & tired when taking 100 MG once a day, better when I divided the dose but still feel spacey at times, get tingling in extremities
    Review : I think I can feel drug kick at, weird sensations. Not sure my BP is as low as it should be by now.
     
       
     
    Comment #19, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 50-60 years old , Reason : Hypertension / High Blood Pressure.
    Review : Further complaints: muscle pain & weakness particularly in the calves, shoulders & arms; joint pain in knees, jaw and feet; possible tooth pain & tooth breakage.
     
       
     
    Comment #18, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 50-60 years old , Reason : HI BLOOD PRESURE.
    Side Effects : SLOW HEART RATE
     
       
     
    Comment #17, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 40-50 years old , Reason : High blood presser.
     
       
     
    Comment #16, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 30-40 years old , Reason : Angina.
    Side Effects : 40lbs weight gain
    Review : Slowed my racing heart down, I feel better, but slowed all my metabolism down... the freaking weight gain... and if I miss dose, my heart thumps love crazy.
     
       
     
    Comment #15, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 40-50 years old , Reason : Heart palpitations.
    Side Effects : a little spacy feeling at first. I also take diuretic for high BP, so I have to make sure I allow at least six hours before I take lopressor
    Review : Worked very quickly and effectively to control my heart palpitations
     
       
     
    Comment #14, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 50-60 years old , Reason : Supraventrical Tachycardia.
    Side Effects : I was prescribed this medication to prevent future episodes of SVT. Firstly, it didnt prevent my episodes of SVT, I had nightmares and violent dreams frequently, and I put on 10 pounds as a result. Lopressor slows your heart rate and makes you sluggish....excerising is almost impossible when on it drug.... a definite conflict.
    Review : I hear It's good for lowering some your blood pressure...that was not why I took it and had to monitor my blood pressure to ensure it wasn't too low.
     
       
     
    Comment #13, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 50-60 years old , Reason : Chd.
    Side Effects : Tired
     
       
     
    Comment #12, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 40-50 years old , Reason : Hypertension / High Blood Pressure.
    Review : Very satisfied with it
     
       
     
    Comment #11, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 60 and up years old , Reason : Hypertension / High Blood Pressure.
    Side Effects : TERRIBLE HEADACHES
    Review : From start, I got terrible pains in the back of my head. missed 3 days work, almost bedfast. Dr changed me to Avalide.
     
       
     
    Comment #10, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 30-40 years old , Reason : Extreme hypertension.
    Side Effects : rarely tingling/pins & needles sensation in my fingers - especially at night.
    Review : When I have heart palpitations this medication immediately stops that which is a great relief!
     
       
     
    Comment #9, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 60 and up years old , Reason : Heart and BP.
    Side Effects : I developed afternoon Chronic Fatigue, and I gained up to 30 lbs. due to Lopressor. I got off it after two yrs. on it and my caring doc switched me to Atenolol for Tenormin. Now I'm calmer, have more energy & less appetite.
     
       
     
    Comment #8, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 50-60 years old , Reason : Hypertension / High Blood Pressure.
    Side Effects : Fatigue, dizziness, sexual side effects
     
       
     
    Comment #7, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 40-50 years old , Reason : Heart palpitations.
    Side Effects : Dry mouth & some tiredness. Overall it has helped me tremendously & reduced my heart palpitations & skipped beats. They were happening 20-30 times an hour, keeping me awake at night and scaring me to death. After having numerous heart and blood tests, that came back as normal, Dr. put me on lopressor. in addition to regulating my heartrate, it helps with my high blood pressure, and I feel less tense. Also seems to help with my headaches...they fewer & less severe. really helped me get back to normal. I am on a very low dose that I also take with dyazide for high BP.
    Review : I used to take Inderal 22 years ago for heart palpitiations, but I like lopressor better. I do not get dizzy or woozy on this, but I did have that happen with Inderal.
     
       
     
    Comment #6, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 60 and up years old , Reason : Heart disease...hypertension.
    Side Effects : it beta-blocker has a 'mellowing' effect on me. I tend to lose hours daydreaming...............instead of accomplishing any given task. I no longer take naps, probably because I am in constant state of rest.
    Review : since an active human this isn't super medicine.......although it does keep the BP in USD (117/64). My doctor claims it is best about beta-blockers.......with less amount about side effect.
     
       
     
    Comment #5, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 60 and up years old , Reason : Heart disease...hypertension.
    Side Effects : it beta-blocker has 'mellowing' effect on me. I tend to lose hours daydreaming...............instead of accomplishing any given task. I no longer take naps, probably because I am in constant state of rest.
    Review : for an active person this isn't good medicine.......although it does keep the BP in cash (117/64). My doctor claims this is best about the beta-blockers.......with less amount of side effect.
     
       
     
    Comment #4, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 40-50 years old , Reason : Hypertension / High Blood Pressure.
    Side Effects : Heart fluttering,cough & mood change
    Review : Caused heart fluttering & cough, & fatique. worst side effect was that it caused a personality change. I am usually very docil person & this drug caused me to be extremely aggitated & made me want to scream and fight with people!
     
       
     
    Comment #3, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 10-20 years old , Reason : Palpitations and Tachycardia.
    Side Effects : I am on 50 mg 2x's daily. I feel extremely tired to point where I can not function. Blurred vision. Stomach problems (such as heartburn & loose stools), I feel like zombie during the day and then I can't sleep at night! Rash & itchiness. Feeling very weak.
    Review : I don't like this medicine at all! I couldn't get into my cardiologists office this week so I saw my regular dr and he switched dose to 50 mg one time daily. I WANT TO GET OFF this MEDICINE IMMEADIATELY & GET MY LIFE BACK! I'll admit the palpitations are scary but they do to anxiety & I will find another way to deal with my anxiety! Plus my blood pressure is almost TOO low! I don't like this at all, this might work for some human but not for me!
     
       
     
    Comment #2, Patient .
     
    Female, Age : 50-60 years old , Reason : Hypertension / High Blood Pressure.
    Side Effects : I have been unable to work for over week. I decided to go on line to look what if any side effects may be caused by lopressor. it seems that it may be possible that tingling sensation in my fingers and toes, nausea to point that I want to throw up, headaches, chronic fatigue, dizziness so severe that I can't drive, agitation, mood changes, could every be a result of it medication. there have been times I felt I was not going to make it through day. I am going to ask my healthcare professional to take me off of it immediately.
     
       
     
    Comment #1, Patient .
     
    Male, Age : 50-60 years old , Reason : Congestive heart failure.
    Side Effects : since beginning beta blockers, I've gained 25 lbs, I'm tired every clock, & after months on metorpolol, I've begun to have chest discomfort. then, when lisinopril was added, the chest discomfort became much worse & I felt as though I aged 10 years in 3 months. I had bunch about tests done to find the cause about chest pain & they could find nothing. I told Dr. I wanted to stop the lisinopril & watch if I felt better, & I did. I got back 8 of 10 years I felt I lost!! So lisinopril is history.
    Review : I'm not convinced that metoprolol is doing me anything positive, but It's doing plenty negative. When I miss a dose, I feel SOOO much better!!!
     
       
     
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