- SVT/chest pains 10th August 2007
... since OCT 2006, taking half a pill of 25MG a day. Metoprolol . No episodes since on Medication- Nov. 2006
Could...
- Meds for PVC and Afib 10th August 2007
... with my GP this past Tuesday and he added 12.5mgs of Metoprolol (sp) a day along with my 120mgs of Cartia XT 2 times...
... better on PVCs than calcium channel blockers. 12.5 of Metoprolol is a very small dose. You might as if you can go ... to Toprol XL (the long actiing metoprolol ) 50 mg. I would bet you have better control with...
... better on PVCs than calcium channel blockers. 12.5 of Metoprolol is a very small dose. You might as if you can go ... to Toprol XL (the long actiing metoprolol ) 50 mg. I would bet you have better control with ... controlled, ask about that. Good luck
I was on 50mgs of metoprolol before my last bout of Afib. I never had PVC's on...
... You probably wont be able to go up a bunch on the metoprolol because both medications lower your blood pressure...
- My blocked arteries 10th August 2007
... heart attack in March 2007:
Altace (Ace inhibitor)
Metoprolol (Beta blocker)
Aspirin (2 a day - 80 mg each)
Stopped...
- anyone with fast heart rate? 8th August 2007
... Flecainide. I have tried sotalol, rythmol, cardiozem, metoprolol . This was the best combination I found. GOod luck...
... Flecainide. I have tried sotalol, rythmol, cardiozem, metoprolol . This was the best combination I found. GOod luck...
- Sinus Tachycardia??? 4th August 2007
... propranolol) for a couple years and then switched to metoprolol (also have gone down to a pretty low dose - 12.5mg...
... propranolol) for a couple years and then switched to metoprolol (also have gone down to a pretty low dose - 12.5mg...
- Is it likely ?????? 28th July 2007
... naturally.
I think you can lower the dosage of rhe metoprolol to the point below where the dizziness kicks in.
... WELL need the thiazide diuretic.
But it's the metoprolol that's causing your symptoms...try HALF the dosage...
- High heart rate 18th June 2007
... out. Now it is high again.she is taking 100 mg of metoprolol twice a day.She gets short of breath too.Anyone had...
- Post-stent heart stress test questions 14th June 2007
... Paul is on the following: aspirin-81mg, plavix-75mg, metoprolol tartrate 25mg 2x per day, folic acid-1mg, crestor...
... gratulations for being able to cover three miles with daily metoprolol ...it can readily cause significant fatigue....
- donating blood 9th June 2007
... Hello,
I have SVT since October. I am taking Metoprolol 25 MG and it is doing great for me. Just wondering...
... any medications. I am sure with a heart drug like Metoprolol , even in small doses, they would not allow it. However...
... donating blood and if you felt different with meds like Metoprolol for SVT.
Thanks again for checking it out ....
...
- donate blood 9th June 2007
... Hello,
I have SVT since October, I am on metoprolol 25Mg, working great for me.
Just wanted to know...
- does anyone take meds on alternate days? 6th June 2007
... drug is fairly quick acting and dissipating (like metoprolol ), then by the end of 48 hours even with a time release...
- Question about coming off Beta Blockers 5th June 2007
... read about tappering off beta-blockers. I've been on Metoprolol for about six years now and I went from 100 mg to ... now I think it was because of not needing that much Metoprolol . My pulse rate was very slow at anywhere from 39 bpm...
... and then developed palpitations?! A beta blocker ( Metoprolol ) will help stablize heart rhythm and palpitations...
... and then developed palpitations?! A beta blocker ( Metoprolol ) will help stablize heart rhythm and palpitations ... that's when I went to the doctor and he put me on Metoprolol . My BP is doing good except sometimes during the day...
... months since I started tappering off of 200 mg's of Metoprolol a day and now I'm down to 50 mg's a day. I take 25 ... occasional panic attack. When I started tappering off of Metoprolol my anxiety was tenfold. I was SO nervous that I thought ... inhaler didn't help. The Cardiologist told me that Metoprolol would cause fluid to build up in the lungs and in...
... m confused about what you wrote in your post about Metoprolol causing fluid build up in your lungs and other places ... up will occur in the lungs with heart failure, but Metoprolol is used to treat heart failure. I just don't understand ... chance to rest and heal itself. I can't imagine that Metoprolol would cause fluid build up on the patients who are...
... then? I know my doctor is slowing building up my metoprolol . I started t 25 mg, am up to 37.5 and will be going...
... went high due to stress. I don't want to lower my metoprolol too low than what I need.. for these times when my...
... Here is my experience... I was taking metoprolol several times a day but switched to the long acting ... cardiologist said that we would have to wean off of the metoprolol over several weeks because stopping it quickly would ... rate the cardiologist stressed the not stopping the metoprolol quickly. Also while I was in the hospital, I had...
... up will occur in the lungs with heart failure, but Metoprolol is used to treat heart failure. I just don't understand ... be lethal to people it was being used to help.
Metoprolol is used to treat High BP, Angina Pectoris(chest pain ... [QUOTE=pistons22girl;3309725]I can't imagine that Metoprolol would cause fluid build up on the patients who are ... talking to a couple of leading Cardiologists.
Metoprolol is not used as a preventive treatment for fluid build ...
It is normal to have bradycardia when you are on Metoprolol . Anywhere from 40-60 bpm is acceptable when taking...
... up will occur in the lungs with heart failure, but Metoprolol is used to treat heart failure. I just don't understand ... people it was being used to help.
QUOTE: Larry
" Metoprolol is used to treat High BP, Angina Pectoris(chest pain ... Originally Posted by pistons22girl
I can't imagine that Metoprolol would cause fluid build up on the patients who are ... talking to a couple of leading Cardiologists.
Metoprolol is not used as a preventive treatment for fluid build...
- Could new medication cause wheezing? 24th May 2007
... included 3 drugs that she has never taken before - Metoprolol , Ramipril and Lipitor. Since then, she has developed...
- Beta Blockers and Edema 20th May 2007
... this thread. I've been on 50mg morning and night of Metoprolol for five years since my Triple bypass and assumed...
... the skin or in a body organ. From what I've read Metoprolol is more likely to cause it than some of the other...
... and hope you don't mind if I jump in here! I'm on metoprolol succ (Toprol-XL generic). Started taking it last...
... nadolol and less with selective beta-blockers like metoprolol and atenolol which are more "cardio selective" to ... selective blockers aren't completely selective and thus metoprolol can cause a dry cough.
I've taken three different...
- thinking of getting off meds... 15th May 2007
... I have SVT for while, 6 months to be exact. I take metoprolol 25MG (2x a day ) I know baby dose. :) I gained...
... TESTING what till happen, you could take 2 x 12.5 mg. metoprolol a day and see if your episodes of SVT return. If they...
... used ot when not on meds or just starting to take metoprolol 25 mg twice a day. I can deal with the reduced energy...
- re metapropol roller coaster 9th May 2007
... nicklyn,
What is your heart rate WITHOUT the 200 mg. metoprolol compared to WITH the drug?
With 200 mg. metoprolol ... your doctor if he will countenance a drop to 100 mg. metoprolol and 5 mg. Xanax for several months and see where you...
... MAybe even now you can get away with 50mg. x 2 of metoprolol , while you lower the Xanax.
With BOTH these drugs...
- Strange - Now low heart rate - Worried 28th April 2007
... I take 25mg of metoprolol twice daily for tachycardia and PACs. I also take...
- Beta Blocker Dosage Question - Need advice 26th April 2007
... which but says it doesnt matter. Anyway...
I take metoprolol (not the extended release form). I was initially taking...
... lowest dose you can go. Lopressor (the brand name metoprolol ) doesn't even make anything less than 50 mg; when...
... Cheers44,
Yea, Even since I have been on 25MG of metoprolol . for 5 or 6 months now,
I gained 8 lbs. Can't seem...
... common! :D:D
In any case, I doubt that cutting the metoprolol down to 12.5 X 2 will do ANYTHING for the weight issure...
- question for people with svt. 19th April 2007
... 170 first time and 190 the second time then got on metoprolol 25 MG. It is doing a FANTASTIC job controlling my...
- Heart Stopper 12th April 2007
... tipped out. I have been taking a Beta-Blocka called Metoprolol (MINMAX 50) for quite a few years to slow my heart...
... I looked up Metoprolol ovedose. The normal symptoms of overdose include ...
... tipped out. I have been taking a Beta-Blocka called Metoprolol (MINMAX 50) for quite a few years to slow my heart...
... plans at the drawing board.
Are you still on
Metoprolol (Minax 50) ..................50 mg twice a day.
Renitec...
... morning and then at night just before bed I take the 2nd Metoprolol and an 80 mg Lipitor. I have been on the 80 mg Lipitor...
- New and So SCARED!! 9th April 2007
... ask if you can try different meds. I take 25 mg of Metoprolol . It works good for me, do get little tired but I can...
- Svt 9th April 2007
... Learning alot!!!!! from reading here. I am taking metoprolol 25MG half a pill every 12 hours. It is working very ... 5 months now.
My question to you all is that does Metoprolol keep you awake? I read it on the mesages, is that ... thought it was my weird work schedule that I have. Does Metoprolol make us gain weight? just wondering. I also take...
... once a day? mine is half a pill twice a day. 25mg metoprolol ( 12 hrs apart ) it lasts 12 hours. Once I took once...
... once a day? mine is half a pill twice a day. 25mg metoprolol ( 12 hrs apart ) it lasts 12 hours. Once I took once...
- Metoprolol "withdrawal" 6th April 2007
... Connie,
I assume that was time-release metoprolol you take once a day?
In any case, yes, I believe...
... Connie,
I assume that was time-release metoprolol you take once a day?
In any case, yes, I believe...
... Lenin,
No, I take the regular metoprolol (25 a.m. and 25 p.m.), not timed release.
Ischemia...
- Coreg & Chest Pains 5th April 2007
... Hi All,
I went from metoprolol to coreg a couple of weeks ago and have been having ... some chest pains here and there. I never had any on metoprolol , but that
med was not controlling syptoms of compression ... years (family history of stroke) and when I started metoprolol I had nosebleeds and swelling. I finally went off...
... Coreg is an alpha-beta blocker and a beta blocker.
Metoprolol is a beta blocker and may not aid dilating vessels...
- Beta blocker help requested! 4th April 2007
... to try lexapro 10 mg a day so I am and a Blocker.. Metoprolol . sorry if I spelt it wrong.. but I was curious if...
... It sounds liike the metoprolol is acting just about the way it should.
I'm not...
... disorder and tachycardia with PVCs. I take 25mg of metoprolol twice a day and .5mg of klonopin twice a day. It has...
... kept taking it.
So take the double dosing of the metoprolol and record all your numbers.
No need to listen for...
... blu,
If you take metoprolol you need to take it at least twice a day becasue it...
... had to take it FOUR times a day lol. Now I take the metoprolol 25mg at about 6am and 25mg at 6pm. It doesnt have...
... CANNOT take a beta-blocker, either propranolol or metoprolol after 5PM because otherwise it keeps me awake all...
- Is this something I need to worry about? 19th March 2007
... two EKGs I have done look perfectly normal. I am on Metoprolol 50 mg once daily. I use to take it twice daily but...
- Chest Pains ongoing after stents/cath please help 19th March 2007
... cardiac origins. A tough point is that your 50 mg. metoprolol may MASK some of the angina on exercise. Do you thinkl...
- Heart Stents and insomnia 5th March 2007
... taking? A short acting one like propranolol or straight metoprolol can be taken morning and afternoon and STILL allow...
- dissection of aotic artery after birth 3rd March 2007
... tablets ( though there is no prob with that) ramipril metoprolol and asprin further ecgs have been ok, but I am still...
- Need to talk with those that have sinus tachacardia 13th February 2007
... and made me gain A LOT of weight. I was swtched to metoprolol about a wee less than a year ago. Works really well...
- Advice on stopping aspirin 25th January 2007
... blockage in another part of the heart. I started on metoprolol , stopped smoking, started taking, along with my multi ... nosebleeds. I called my cardio and he does not believe the metoprolol is causing this (actually, my cardio is away, this...
... thinning turn out?
Why are you still taking the metoprolol ? ...
... test results yet, should be later today. I take the metoprolol
for the anomolous origin of the rca we have spoken...
... what he advised. Gave me the option of changing from metoprolol to coreg, but i'm not sure i'm going to switch. There...
... staying on aspirin every other day. Decided to stay on metoprolol . I'm thinking that the coreg could come with it's...
- Pounding Heart 14th January 2007
... and decided to just deal with it. I was already on metoprolol for borderline high blood pressure and knew that if...
... and decided to just deal with it. I was already on metoprolol for borderline high blood pressure and knew that if...
- Holter results 10th January 2007
... getting PVC's until this past year, I'm 37. I am taking metoprolol ER, just increased it to 50 mg a day, and it has helped...
- Heart Cath soon 29th December 2006
... for the right treatment. For now, I'm on 100mg of Metoprolol and I'm somewhat better....other than it makes me...
- Problems with Toprol XL, Vytorin, Plavix & Baby Aspirin 9th December 2006
... Toprol) to experience fatigue, dizziness, etc. I am on metoprolol (the generic, not time released version) of Toprol ... effects, so you might do okay just switching to the metoprolol (which you'd have to take 2 x per day rather than ... my doctor: (1) why do I need Toprol XL; can we try metoprolol or another beta blocker and, (2) why do I need Vytorin...
- Less PVCs??? Faster rate...Weird...??? 8th December 2006
... my beta blocker. I was taking 50mg twice a day of metoprolol . I now take 25mg twice a day. I do notice that my...
... higher heart rate since you decreased your dose of metoprolol . If you remember I told you that you can get a rebound...
- Fast heart rate, while on ToprolXL 7th December 2006
... 100-110, but is now 80-90. I'm on a small dose of metoprolol (the generic, non-extended release version so I have...
- Spasm??? 6th December 2006
... TALKING RANEXA WHICH IS AN ANTIANGINAL AND WAS TAKING METOPROLOL FOR LIKE 8 MONTHS BUT THE DR. DECIDED THAT HE DOESN...
- Difference between Metoprol and Toprol XL 4th December 2006
... Toprol is the extended release brand of the drug metoprolol ...
- How much Magnesium to take? 4th December 2006
... having mild PVC's for about 2 weeks. My Doc put me on Metoprolol 25MG once a day beta-blocker. It helps alot, but still...
- My dr. Prescribed Toprol 50mg 4th December 2006
... Toprol XL that most seem to take. I take the generic metoprolol that is not extended release. I take 25mg in the am...
... variety, but I haven't had any problems with 25 mg. metoprolol 2 x day. Slows my heart rate and lowers my blood...
- Do I need a new Beta Blocker? Magnesium Question? 1st December 2006
... I prefer the metoprolol which is the same as Toprol but without the XL. So...
... sleepytime.
Toprol XL is long acting version of metoprolol and I don't know how huch would be left after half ... your sleep improves. If not, then ask for REGULAR metoprolol and adjust the doseage times to suit yourself.
...
- Whose advice to follow??? 1st December 2006
... They both said to cut down to 25mg twice a day on the metoprolol . Now my cardiologist’s office just called and she...
- Heart rate too low? 30th November 2006
... with the olol at the end. Anyway, I too take med ( metoprolol ) for tachycardia. Not sure if it is SVT or inappropriate...
- Beta Vs. Calcium Channel and other ?s 30th November 2006
... to hear some opinions.
I am on a beta blocker ( metoprolol 50mg twice a day). I have been on
a BB for about...
... mg. metopolol twice a day. You don't want to take metoprolol LESS than twice a day because it is so short acting ... stasis.)
Since you are getting THREE benefits from the metoprolol , tachy and PVC and anxiety control, it sounds like...
... mg. metopolol twice a day. You don't want to take metoprolol LESS than twice a day because it is so short acting ... stasis.)
Since you are getting THREE benefits from the metoprolol , tachy and PVC and anxiety control, it sounds like...
- Anyone tried or heard about Tikosyn?? 12th November 2006
... used a whole lot compared to the beta blockers like metoprolol , atenolol, etc. Although for me I have had a pretty...
- Anyone know a good beta blocker that lowers hr, but not blood pressure as much? 10th November 2006
... there, you just need to be patient and try a few... metoprolol .. atenolol... Once you have tried another medication...
- taking Beta Blockers as needed for tachycardia? 2nd November 2006
... etc, just fast. So first they prescribed regular metoprolol 25 mg twice a day. It worked great for my heart rate ... question- I guess if I was to try that, the regular metoprolol would be better because it is released immediately...
... blockers.
I am almost CERTAIN that the XL version of the metoprolol (Toprol) will be even WORSE for insomnia than the ... Let me know.
It probably takes a larger dose of metoprolol to STOP an attack than to prevent it this you might...
... difference between the Toprol Xl and immediate release metoprolol so far. I have tried the last couple of nights to ... days I will probably ask to go back to the original metoprolol though, and take 1/2 a pill in the am and 1/2 in the...
... stargazer,
Just try taking the metoprolol 25 mg. in the morning and NOTHING in the evening....
- question on medication 25th October 2006
... extended release that is long acting as opposed to metoprolol which is shorter acting. So you wont have to take...
- mnmnmnmn............ 24th October 2006
... problems with it, ask for a drug called Atenolol or Metoprolol . Atenolol usually has less side affects and is a good...
- What is SVT? 13th October 2006
... and in response to that I have tried drugs such as Metoprolol , flecainide, rythmol, cozaar, and sotalol. I also...
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia 5th September 2006
... symptomatic with it, then likely a beta blocker such as metoprolol or sotalol may help slow your rate down a bit, but...
... been pretty aware of the tachycardia.
I've been on metoprolol for about 14 months. It works ok...propranalol worked ... feeling with the epinepherine. YUK! I went off the metoprolol about 2 weeks ago for the event monitor...I "craved...
- Effects of high salt diet and florinef for IST 24th August 2006
... antiarrhythmics. Currently trying Rythmol and occasional metoprolol for exercise. However been having lower blood pressure...
... as my heart rate did. However with either 25 mg of Metoprolol or the 225mg of Rythmol that i am on (twice a day...
- Blue Lips??? 12th August 2006
... Twice a day, I take Metoprolol (either 12.5mg or 25 mg depending on how I feel)....
- Question about HB Pressure 2nd August 2006
... Since I've been on the meds (20mg Lisinipril and 25mg Metoprolol 2X daily), my blood pressure has been great. Last...
- Bruising on Plavix 28th July 2006
... 2004, and I've been on Plavix and aspirin (along with metoprolol , Lipitor, and Niaspan) ever since. I was originally...
- Beta Blocker Doseage/Side Effects 26th July 2006
... Hello!
I was put on metoprolol 25mg 2x's a day in January for some stray episodes...
- PVCs 23rd July 2006
... significantly less PVCs since switching. I now take metoprolol (50mg twice a day)....
- trip to the ER with irregular heartbeat...pvcs the culprit 22nd July 2006
... that has helped TREMENDOUSLY!! I take a beta blocker ( metoprolol ) and an anxiety med daily (klonopin). I get maybe...
- pvc's 9th July 2006
... am having side effects from the meds. I am taking Metoprolol 25 mg BID and I am so weak and tired and sometimes...
- Beta Blockers 2nd July 2006
... effects (myself being one of them). I take 100 mg Metoprolol 2x day for a fast heart rate / high blood pressure...
- What Supplements/Vitamins Do You Take? 30th June 2006
... I have tachycardia and PVCs. I take 100mg of metoprolol a day. I also take some supplements, but not sure...
- Rate While on Beta Blockers 16th June 2006
... on BBs!"). I was happy with it. Well, I switched to Metoprolol (50 mg two times a day) about 6 weeks or so ago. I ... on BB?? Do any of you take more than 100mg a day of metoprolol ??...
... I take 100 mg Metoprolol twice a day and it keeps my heart rate at 60-70. I...
... I take 100 mg Metoprolol twice a day and it keeps my heart rate at 60-70. I...
... faster rate and alcohol intolerance - I do like the metoprolol better. Much less SOB and I seem to be SLIGHTLY less...
- So So So Frustrated 16th June 2006
... night last night. Lots of heart racing (even with my metoprolol ) even tho it only went up to 110-120 laying down,...
- PVCs (skipped beats or flutters) Different After Med Change 3rd June 2006
... 100-120mg of propranolol (Inderal) to 75-100mg of metoprolol a day. I was very fearful of the switch since the ... well at controlling the tachycardia. But so far, the metoprolol has been pretty good to me. In fact, I have significantly...
... that is great that the metoprolol is providing some relief! Sound slike you are still ... having run of the mill symptomatic PVCs. I am also on metoprolol and get them every now and then....I can actually...
- HELP -input on my stress test PLEASE??? 22nd May 2006
... for 4 hours prior to the injection. I've been on metoprolol for quite some time now and I feel constantly fatigued...
- Stress Test Monday.. and other assorted ramble 19th May 2006
... I'm just not getting good communication. I'm on metoprolol 50 mgs daily and feel too tired to fight right now...
... it doesnt matter. I also get PVCs. I take 75mg of metoprolol (not the extended release) a day. Before this I took...
... glad i did cause it does help out alot. I was also on metoprolol for a few years but weaned myself off of it back in...
- I'm wondering if beta blockers are really necessary for me? 17th May 2006
... but is quite variable.
When I took a beta blocker ( Metoprolol ) - just 1/4 the dose the cardio prescribed, my pulse...
- Thoughts and questions about fast heart rates, anxiety, toprol, ect... 11th May 2006
... into 4 doses) for over 2 years. Recently switched to metoprolol (generic - not extended release Toprol). I am to take ... others here). I weaned off the propranolol and onto the metoprolol .
Have been on only metoprolol for about 3 1/2 ... problems with Toprol XL - have you discussed taking metoprolol so you can dose more than once a day and have more...
... propranolol had more of a postitve effect on anxiety than metoprolol does. So she was worried about increased physical ... I weaned for about 3 days and now am just on the metoprolol ....
- Palps while on Toprol? 9th May 2006
... guys or your Drs considered taking just the generic metoprolol (not extended release) so that you can have more control...
- Question abt Side Effects 8th May 2006
... weeks ago, I was put on Lipitor, Plavix, Lisinopril, Metoprolol , and aspirin after having several stent implants....
... 3. tired foggy feeling" is probably caused by the metoprolol . Why exactly are you taking it? If only for hypertension...
... Thanks Shazz and Lenin...I'm taking the Metoprolol for high blood pressure and (I guess) because I had...
- Cardiolite Test 5th May 2006
... soutland,
First off the metoprolol : it isn't doing the job and if it is also making you...
- Just took my new med for first time... 4th May 2006
... constantly checking my heart rate. I was switched to metoprolol for those who havent read my million fearful posts...
... ..good luck!!!!
May I ask why you went off the metoprolol ? I am switch on it from propranolol and was told I...
... What are the possible side effects of metoprolol ?
• If you experience any of the following serious ... side effects, stop taking metoprolol and contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency ... following less serious side effects, continue taking metoprolol and talk to your doctor:
· fatigue or confusion...
... days I have been weaning from the propranolol to the metoprolol . I take my 2 (20 mg) early doses (7am and 12pm) of ... propranolol and take 50mg of metoprolol at 8pm. Today I start with JUST the metoprolol (7am...
- Really need some support 1st May 2006
... still have not switched from the propranolol to the metoprolol . I keep putting it off. I have my period right now...
... The worst resolution to this is that you decide metoprolol isn't the med for you and you switch back.
Now...
... The worst resolution to this is that you decide metoprolol isn't the med for you and you switch back.
Now...
... mortality rate." And you haven't found anything saying, " Metoprolol is a dangerous medication that should be used with ... reactions." Maybe my LEEP will hurt and maybe your metoprolol will give you extra PVCs, but probably not. But neither...
- Beta Blocker Side Effects? 28th April 2006
... Hi all,
I have been on Metoprolol 25 mg. 2x a day since January. Lately, I have noticed...
... discuss with your doctor whether to keep taking the metoprolol or whether you could perhaps try a different med....
... So so tired. Today my cardiologsit switched me to metoprolol because of exercise induced asthma that was being...
... propranolol (Inderal) now, and suppose to switch to metoprolol (lopressor/toprol) tonight. Was the vivid dreams the...
