- Saw the Cardiologist... 28th April 2006
... She agreed that the metoprolol (than the propraolol) may be better but instead of ... the propranolol. But she said I may do better on the metoprolol lung and fatigue wise.
This is all so hard for ... to take my morning doses of proranolol and take the metoprolol at night..to sort of wean off.
Any words of wisdom...
... No need for the propranolol morning metoprolol evening routine...the drugs are more alike than different ... .
Try just the metoprolol ; you probably won't even notice the switchover....
... No need for the propranolol morning metoprolol evening routine...the drugs are more alike than different ... .
Try just the metoprolol ; you probably won't even notice the switchover.
...
- Alcohol and Beta Blockers? 21st April 2006
... alcohol at all! Thanks for any info!
PS--I'm on 25mg Metoprolol 2x a day....
- I REALLY want to hear your Toprol stories... 20th April 2006
... gave me Lopressor (the non-time release version of metoprolol ; Toprol is time-release metoprolol) through my IV...
- Beta Blocker, SVT, Problems, Need Advice...Please Help!! 12th April 2006
... have no history of asthma either, but when I take metoprolol it makes it hard for me to breathe. My chest gets...
... work primarily in the heart only, like atenolol or metoprolol .
Cheers,
With that shortness of breath, cheast...
- 33 year old, angina & metoprolol 31st January 2006
... example, is quite low - usually running 100/60. With metoprolol , it hasn't gotten any lower but my heart rate is down...
... around this one. If you are prescribed nitro and metoprolol , there must be a reason...a cardiac reason. Surely...
- metoprolol vs. toprol xl - HELP! 25th January 2006
... Toprol XL is extended release metoprolol ....
- need info and suggestions quick 15th December 2005
... I have been taking metoprolol for quit a while now but have had to stop suddenly...
... i had developed tachycardia and put me at first on metoprolol 50 mg then after about 1 month he increased it to ... 100 mg .
I did once have to stop suddenly on the metoprolol for about two weeks then my chest started hurting ... fine and sent me home with another prescription for metoprolol for only 30 days , which i have just run out of about...
... it? After all, who can't afford a dime a day.
Metoprolol has to be weaned or else ones heartbeat can take off...
... it? After all, who can't afford a dime a day.
Metoprolol has to be weaned or else ones heartbeat can take off...
- Help! Does anyone know a cardiologist? 13th December 2005
... are taking are the beta-blaockers like atenolol or metoprolol .
If you want to try a very simple aide that many...
... are taking are the beta-blaockers like atenolol or metoprolol .
If you want to try a very simple aide that many...
- Question about my heart! Very scared! 9th November 2005
... showed my heart was fine. They have me on 150 mil of metoprolol . But, its not working very well. I also have an...
... and finds them unnerving).
Beta blockers (like metoprolol ) are well known for causing symptoms like fogginess...
- Help , am very worried 27th October 2005
... go back to the doctor , nor pay for my much needed metoprolol .
I am now worried because i have not tooken any...
... no choice to cause he is my pcp .
i was taking metoprolol 100 mg a day and i have not had one for about 2 weeks...
... before it happened after you stopped ?
I was put on metoprolol 25 mg for about 2 months then it increased up to 100 ... metoprolol and been that way for about 1 1/2 months , so i was ... to the hospital and tell them i have stopped taking metoprolol and tell them what my chest pains are and how it is...
... The following is for Toprol XL. It is the same as metoprolol , except it is timed released and your dosage may be...
- Anyone else have Sinus tachycardia? 15th May 2005
... palpatatons/arithmia. Anyways, I take about 50 mil of metoprolol TA a day and now it seems to not be that effective...
- help???doctor cant find anything wrong so far 4th May 2005
... at that time is a rapid heart rate,so he put me on Metoprolol 50mg a day.For the most part since then the medication ... friend a nurse who was surprised to hear I was on Metoprolol for rapid heart rate.There is heart disease in my...
... feel like rubber and very weak.I have read that the metoprolol is used for rapid heart rate but my body must have...
... feel like rubber and very weak.I have read that the metoprolol is used for rapid heart rate but my body must have...
... nothing other than the rapid heart rate.Doctor uped my metoprolol med from 50 mg a day to 100mg a day,he saide that...
- Metoprolol vs Coreg 17th April 2005
... I was just switched to Coreg from Metoprolol and would also appreciate any
feedback from other...
... 1629857]Cardiologist wants me to consider changing from metoprolol to Coreg to help slow down increase in heart and left...
- Metoprolol 11th April 2005
... Hello Dreamer555,
I have been taking Metoprolol for almost 3 years. I started taking it after having...
... treated for high bp and palpitations (tachycardia) with metoprolol , vasotec, and xanax (for anxiety). Recently I have ... different and worse. I have been doing some reading on metoprolol and see that one of the side effects can be Raynaud ... if anyone else has had side effects like this with metoprolol .
Thanks....
- Bypass surgery recovery 7th March 2005
... you had some fun with the tests.Ask the doctor for metoprolol for a trial.I think some of the heart meds affect...
- Cardiomyopathy?what Rx Are You Taking? 16th February 2005
... combination of a beta blocker and an alpha blocker. Metoprolol or toprol XL are other beta blockers prescribed for...
- Echo results 10th February 2005
... anything under 50% is when they start to worry.
I'm on Metoprolol 25mg(beta blocker) three times a day for the chest...
- Chest pains after starting beta-blockers 29th January 2005
... call her doctor and let him know.
I'm now taking Metoprolol (Lopressor) 75mg and it's starting to do the same...
- Question about Echo Results 25th January 2005
... exertion and intermittent chest pains so he put me on Metoprolol 25mg. three times a day in addition to my high bp...
- PVC's 16th November 2004
... work in sync. I was on sectrol a long time, now on metoprolol .
When ever I get sick my heart alerts me "something...
- I'm Puzzled - Can you help? 1st November 2004
... some more info:
Toprol CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
Metoprolol is a beta1-selective (cardioselective) adrenergic ... absolute, however, and at higher plasma concentrations, metoprolol also inhibits beta2-adrenoreceptors, chiefly located ... following adverse reactions have been reported for metoprolol tartrate.
Central Nervous System: Tiredness and...
- Angina or something else? 31st October 2004
... rythmn for two weeks then reducing to once daily, Metoprolol 50MG replacing the Toprol to keep her bloodpressure...
- Anyone on Toprol 100mg? 17th October 2004
... It is time released, versus Toprol (generic name Metoprolol ). I think it cost more, but have heard it may be more...
... It is time released, versus Toprol (generic name Metoprolol ). I think it cost more, but have heard it may be more...
- beta blockers, taper off? 4th October 2004
... Pharmacokinetics[/INDENT]
[INDENT]In man, absorption of metoprolol is rapid and complete. Plasma levels following oral ... administration of conventional metoprolol tablets, however, approximate 50% of levels following ... administration, indicating about 50% first-pass metabolism. Metoprolol crosses the blood- brain barrier and has been reported ... approximately 3 to 7 hours. Less than 5% of an oral dose of metoprolol is recovered unchanged in the urine; the rest is excreted ... significance. Following intravenous administration of metoprolol , the urinary recovery of unchanged drug is approximately ... 10%. The systemic availability and half-life on metoprolol in patients with renal failure do not differ to a...
- Heart Ejection Fraction Question Help! 4th July 2004
... worry so much about the EF, he also took me off of metoprolol 25mg and switched me to Coreg 3.125mg twice a day ... the decrease of the EF may be that I went off the Metoprolol for a while as it was causing my blood pressure to...
- Angina 12th June 2004
... it.
Here is my medication regimen:
Week One - Metoprolol 50mg bid; Moduretic (amiloride/hydrochlorothiazide ... 5/50mg 1 tablet q am
Week Three - Increase Metoprolol to 75mg bid;
Week Five - Increase Moduretic to ... 2 tablets q am; Keep Metoprolol the same.
Week Seven - Fosinopril 10mg at bedtime...
- Charlie Horses 10th June 2004
... very well controlled with medications that include Metoprolol and Moduretic. I take multivitamins, ASA, and Sinemet...
- Anyone out there with SVT or A-Tach ? 30th April 2004
... complicated. He put me on Rythmol 225 mg 2x per day and metoprolol 50mg 2x per day. Is this going to help stop these...
- Metoprolol - Depression as Side Affect? 24th March 2004
... Depression is quite common with metoprolol and all the beta blockers. Astra Zenica admits to...
... depression for the 6 months I took the beta blocker, Metoprolol , for high blood pressure. I complained to my doc about...
- nobody has a clue 15th March 2004
... about it possibly going on something like atenolol or metoprolol ....
- How long until the Beta bl starts to work? 7th February 2004
... course causes more palpitations.
He prescribed Metoprolol . Because these things freaked me out (at first), I...
- Still no answer... 9th November 2003
... types of heart meds that did not work but now I am on metoprolol for the tachycardia and it has helped keep my heart...
... problems. I am currently takeing parlodel 2.5mg a day metoprolol 50mg twice daily and glucophage 1000mg twice daily...
... problems. I am currently takeing parlodel 2.5mg a day metoprolol 50mg twice daily and glucophage 1000mg twice daily...
- pulmonary edema w/o swollen feet & hands? 8th November 2003
... that the person be put on a beta-blocker (usually metoprolol here) or calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) or thiazide...
- funny feeling in chest 9th March 2003
... and how frightened I was.
I'm on medication now, metoprolol . I like it and it has really helped although I've...
- What causes your palpitations????? 12th December 2002
... it.
Not enough hugs.
Someone mentioned the drug metoprolol and having problems with it. I am taking it for high ... been having numbness in my hands, and I think the metoprolol , (a beta blocker), is causing it. I hope to find...
- Bisoprolol side effects? 17th March 2008
... different than most beta blockers prescribed such as METOPROLOL (TOPROL) and ATENOLOL. Keep in mind that the dose...
- blood pressure meds. 1st March 2008
... Can anyone tell me the difference between Metoprolol succinate, Metoprolol tartrate, and Metoprolol? Are...
... 3466868]Can anyone tell me the difference between Metoprolol succinate, Metoprolol tartrate, and Metoprolol? Are ... Tartrate will work faster but not last as long. I take metoprolol succinate just once a day.
Take care,...
- Reduction in BP meds, CCB withdrawal 26th February 2008
... beta blockers (some), CCBs, clonidine, methyldopa, metoprolol , propranolol, thiazide diuretics. May start weeks...
- Metoprolol/Toprol XL 12th February 2008
... 25mg Toprol XL.. Pharmacy gave me generic version METOPROLOL ......
My life has not been the same since..........
... Arlene,
Metoprolol is a beta blocker which means you shouldn't stop taking...
... asking--Is there a difference between the generic Metoprolol and ToprolXL? Went to pick up my Toprol XL (100mg...
- Toxic and therapeutic effects of medications 11th February 2008
... are good metabolizers. This is seen especially with metoprolol . I wonder what symptoms such person experiences with ... are taken up and metabolized rapidly by the liver ( Metoprolol ). The less lipid soluble ones (Nadolol) are not metabolized...
- Beta Blocker Withdrawl 29th January 2008
... TOPROL or the brand drug. The generic drug is called " METOPROLOL XL" the brand drug is call "TOPROL XL". This may make...
- HP Med check 25th January 2008
... sooner or later are pretty good!
Low dosing of Metoprolol affects the blood pressure control which will not...
... sooner or later are pretty good!
Low dosing of Metoprolol affects the blood pressure control which will not...
- blood pressure and kidney stones 18th January 2008
... pressure was all over the place so I'm taking 50 mgs of Metoprolol and 20 mgs of Lisnopril(this was the only one I was...
- Medication with White Coat 17th January 2008
... so she insists I go on a mild beta blocker 25mg of Metoprolol (toprol) saying, if anything it will help with my...
- Weight Training with Heart Condition 30th December 2007
... reason for a better exercise tolerance.
Studies with Metoprolol showed that exercise tolerance in people improved...
- Switched from Diltiazem 240mg SR to 10mg of Norvasc, BP is 130/78 25th December 2007
... properties. Lipid soluble beta blockers -Bisoprolol, Metoprolol and Carvedilol involve a specific enzyme when they ... when compared to other beta1 selective blockers, ( Metoprolol , Atenolol and Betaxolol) Bisoprolol has been shown...
- Green tea is a natural ACE inhibitor 22nd November 2007
... Drinking Green tea while being on propranolol or metoprolol increases blood pressure. Sorry about the mistake...
... was talking about Beta-Blockers like propranolol or metoprolol . There is nothing related to ACEs, sorry again.
Michael...
- High Blood Pressure Meds and Excessive Sweating 28th October 2007
... was wondering if hbp meds can cause this. I take metoprolol , lisinopril, norvasc and hctz....
... overweight. (BMI 27) Used to be on high doses of metoprolol (not anymore).
Hope that helps....
... [QUOTE=bharkins;3280161]I take metoprolol , lisinopril, norvasc and hctz.
Wow... that's a...
- Asthma and HBP help 3rd October 2007
... beta 1) beta blockers, such as Atenolol, Bisoprolol, Metoprolol and Acebutolol work mainly on the heart. Cardioselectivity...
- Tekturna 24th September 2007
... they put me on 300 mg tekturna and divan and 10mg metoprolol 2xday when i left.
bp still did not get much better...
- My dilemma about my low pressures 12th September 2007
...
As you probably know, your problem is/was your metoprolol dosage. Metoprolol was prescribed fo your tachycardia ... was still in the high-normal range before starting metoprolol . The blood pressure reduction your beta blocker brought...
- weird b/p changes 3rd June 2007
... now is in the mid 60's . he takes lisinopril and metoprolol 1 each am .with hit being so hi ! time it was 165...
... sensitive.)
He wasn't getting much effect from the metoprolol and probably NONE from the lisinopril (which regulates ... pulse in the 40's it sounds like he is taking too much metoprolol as well.)...
- I feel Terrible 26th May 2007
... Becky,
Thye metoprolol you are taking is a beta blocker. The primary side...
- Lenin, Cozaar HCTZ Question 22nd May 2007
... months with limited success (145-150/90-95) Doc added Metoprolol 12.5 mg (baby dose) worked a little, then dropped...
- Low BP questions 22nd May 2007
... use to have high blood pressure 130/110 but I'm on Metoprolol which lowers it and I've been at 117/78 which is alot...
- Metoprolol and Micardis Together 18th May 2007
... is unmanagable around 145-92. I've been on 50mg of Metoprolol for nearly 4 months (now 100mg) and it hasn't been ... 40 I didn't like the feeling) so the doctor up'd my Metoprolol to 100mg, No problem I adjusted to it fine, but my ... my doc gives me Micardis 80mg to take together with Metoprolol 100mg.
Is this normal ? My BP did drop in 2 hours...
- Metoprolol-L 2nd May 2007
... Hello everyone. I am having problems with Metoprolol that are quite unpleasant. I have tried many hbp ... and all have side effects. I have been on Cozar and Metoprolol for a long time now, but am finding that about an...
- Weight Gain On BP Meds 22nd April 2007
... The following of my meds can cause weight gain:
Metoprolol (my old one)
Labetalol
Altace
Spironolactone (my...
... The following of my meds can cause weight gain:
Metoprolol (my old one)
Labetalol
Altace
Spironolactone (my...
- Great..... 19th April 2007
... Greetings,
Well, after 3 weeks of taking Metoprolol as an extra med with my Cozaar 50 mg., I discover...
- Metoprolol and restless legg cramping? 29th March 2007
... test.
Leg cramping is not a listed side effect of Metoprolol . Your doctor may have some clinical experience to...
... I used to take metoprolol for hypertension and I had sever cramps in my legs...
- Dr put me on BP meds today, I am nervous... 28th February 2007
... blockers behave similarly so you can read up on Toprol ( metoprolol ) and Inderal (propranolol) and get an idea of the...
- Terrible Anxiety after Atenolol Taper 22nd February 2007
... emery,
Yes, Lopressor is metoprolol another beta-blocker. He didn;t do you any favors ... for weeks or months to make it more comfortable.
Metoprolol (non-selective BB) is even MORE likely to cause lung...
... My bad...I KNEW I was on shaky ground when I said metoprolol was non-selective. I should have looked it up. :D...
- Diovan Pill Pricing...Grrrrr! 19th February 2007
... Hopefully Walgreen's will get the 50mg Metoprolol ER to replace my Toprol XL 50 mg. BCBS beats a better...
- Morning vs. Evening Blood Pressure 15th February 2007
... moderate case of high blood pressure. I take 50 mg Metoprolol twice a day and a 5/20 mg Lotrel once a day. My evening...
- Low dose beta-blockers 13th February 2007
... I have been on 25 mg twice a day of metoprolol , the generic, non timed release version of Toprol...
- Metoprolol & weight gain 8th February 2007
... Hi
I was on Metoprolol for about two years and gained almost 20 pounds! ... an issue with weight except for when I was taking Metoprolol ....
... problem, a very logical approach is to to replace the metoprolol with a diuretic. In fact ANYONE who is taking 3 hypertensiv...
- Toprol XL 100 MG 22nd January 2007
... side effects. I wish that I could get the generic Metoprolol ER in 50 mg.
The good news for you weaning off ... Beta Blockers is the Metoprolol ER 25 mg that is much cheaper than the Toprol XL when...
- Trying to QUIT Lopressor- advice PLEASE 21st January 2007
... angina, I think you can very likely toss the Lopressor ( metoprolol ) and see if the Diovan will do the full job for you...
... angina, I think you can very likely toss the Lopressor ( metoprolol ) and see if the Diovan will do the full job for you...
... will be appreciated- thanks! AK
Beta Blockers like metoprolol keep the arterioles of the heart and brain dilated...
- Side Effects of BP Medication 18th January 2007
... inhibitors (prils) and diuretics.
I take Toprol XL ( metoprolol ) which has bad side effects for some but it works...
- Generic Toprol XL Now Available 29th December 2006
... Toprol Xl As It Is A 24 Hr Time Release And The Generic Metoprolol Is Immediate Release. I Was Taking Toprol Xl For Svt...
... Toprol Xl As It Is A 24 Hr Time Release And The Generic Metoprolol Is Immediate Release. I Was Taking Toprol Xl For Svt...
... TLB/kori,
Metoprolol is an OLD drug and has been generic since the FLOOD...
- Do you think any of the BB's are decent? I know atenolol is disliked by many.... 26th December 2006
... I've been taking metoprolol without any major side effects (no ED, tiredness,...
- BP Med. ~ what dosage are you on and what range are you in? 22nd December 2006
... I am on 3 medications - Diovan 160 mg daily, Metoprolol 100 mg daily, and
clonidine .1 mg up to 3 times daily...
- Wierd dreams every night? 18th December 2006
... High Blood Pressure, and I'm currently taking 50 mg Metoprolol twice a day and a 5/20 mg Lotrel once a day. I get...
... I currently take the same dose of Metoprolol as you. This is a usual "initial" dose of this drug...
... Socccer Dad,
It's the metoprolol that's ruining your sleep.
You can TRY skipping...
... I haven't taken metoprolol but some of the other bp med's have given me the same...
- Any advice on switching back from atenolol to aldomet? 6th December 2006
... you know that I was switched from a beta blocker ( metoprolol ) to an ACE inhibitor and now to Aldomet because I...
- Question re: CCBs & beta blockers 28th November 2006
... Zeneca, under their noses.
Far cheaper is generic metoprolol , the same drug, which you take several times a day...
... beta blockers with horrible side effects; Atenolol, Metoprolol , Nadolol etc....
The Toprol XL (25mg) is not ... blockers to prevent heart attacks and heart failure are METOPROLOL (TOPROL) and CARVEDILOL (COREG).
Remember, all...
