Get Metoprolol Succinate Online
- A daily prescription antihypertensive medication
- Sold under the brand name Toprol XL
- Treats high blood pressure, angina, and heart failure
Metoprolol succinate is a beta blocker FDA-approved to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat), and angina. It’s also commonly used with other medications or alone to treat heart failure and heart attacks.
It’s also sold under the brand name Toprol XL. Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate) is available as a tablet, capsule, and extended-release tablet. A healthcare provider may recommend regularly checking your blood pressure at home while taking the medication.
Toprol XL works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing the heart rate to improve blood flow and manage blood pressure. Metoprolol succinate reduces the effects of catecholamines to reduce how hard the heart is working.
A healthcare provider will evaluate your medical history, blood pressure levels, current health status, and overall heart health before prescribing Torprol XL. You may qualify if you have the following health conditions:
- High blood pressure
- A history of heart failure
- Coronary heart disease
- Heart failure
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Frequently asked questions
Metoprolol succinate is a daily medication prescribed in doses ranging from 25 mg (milligrams) to 450 mg daily. Metoprolol succinate injections have a dosage of 1mg/mL. Recommended dosage depends on the condition being treated and how the body responds to the drug.
If you miss a dose, do not take more than one dose at a time. Wait to take your next scheduled dose if it is already well past the time of the missed dose. It’s important to finish your dosage as instructed by your healthcare provider.
Both metoprolol succinate and metoprolol succinate can be used to treat high blood pressure and manage heart rate. However, metoprolol succinate may produce higher drug concentrations than metoprolol tartrate.
Unlike metoprolol succinate, metoprolol tartrate is an immediate-release tablet for adults taken two to three times a day. Metoprolol tartrate is also available under the brand name Lopressor.
Toprol XL is the extended-release tablet version of metoprolol succinate. Extended-release tablets release medications more slowly than immediate-release medications.
Metoprolol succinate is safe for children under a healthcare provider’s close supervision.
Metoprolol succinate may be potentially harmful for those with the following:
- Liver damage
- Overactive thyroid disease
- hardening of the arteries.
- Uncontrolled heart failure
- Asthma
- A slow heart rate
- Pacemaker damage
A healthcare provider may monitor those with diabetes more closely to monitor the effect on blood glucose levels. Health experts have observed withdrawal symptoms in individuals who stop taking metoprolol succinate abruptly.
As with any medication, it’s possible to be allergic to metoprolol succinate. Be sure to let your healthcare provider if you experience an allergic reaction after taking metoprolol succinate.
Metoprolol succinate is not a controlled substance.
Metoprolol succinate may not be safe to take during pregnancy. Be sure to let a healthcare provider know if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant before starting the medication.
Drinking alcohol may increase your blood pressure. Be sure to ask your healthcare provider before drinking while taking metoprolol succinate. Alcohol and other substances may make it more dangerous to operate heavy machinery or drive while on Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate).
It’s possible to experience weight gain while taking metoprolol succinate.
Metoprolol succinate can be prescribed for the long-term management of angina pectoris.
Toprol XL slowly moves through the digestive tract and starts working within 24 hours of taking the medication.
Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate) does not interact with any foods or beverages.
You may experience the following side effects while taking metoprolol succinate:
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Shortness of breath
- Bradycardia (slow heart rate)
- Diarrhea
- Itchiness
- Rash
- Decreased Libido
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
You may experience the following severe side effects while taking metoprolol succinate:
- Blurred vision
- Fainting
- Chest pain
- Heart palpitations
- Cardiac arrest
- Swelling
- Weight
While rare, it’s possible to experience worsening heart failure in patients with pre-existing heart disease. Be sure to reach out for emergency assistance if you experience any severe side effects that interrupt everyday life.
Using the following medications while taking metoprolol succinate may reduce effectiveness and increase the risk of side effects:
- Fluoxetine
- Parozetine
- Rifamycin
- Calcium channel blockers
- NSAIDs
- OTC cold medications
Other additional medications may negatively interact with metoprolol succinate. Be sure to let a healthcare provider know about the medications you are taking before starting Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate).
It’s possible to overdose on metoprolol succinate. Common overdose symptoms include trouble breathing, lightheadedness, and dizziness. Be sure to seek emergency attention if you suspect you or a loved one may have overdosed on metoprolol succinate.
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