Lopressor

Developed to target high blood pressure and cardiac events, utilized to support cardiovascular health and reduce stress on the heart muscle.

Strengths: 25 · 50 · 100mg

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Medicine details

Conditions
Alternative names

Betaloc; Beta-Adalat

Therapeutic class

Beta Blocker

Pharmacological class

Beta-1 Receptor Blocker

Known off-label uses

arrhythmia

Minor side effects

fatigue; dizziness; headache

Moderate side effects

bradycardia; cold extremities; postural hypotension

Dosage forms

Film-coated tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Novartis

Onset Time

1–2 hours

Duration

12–24 hours

Storage instructions

Store below 25°C, away from sunlight and moisture.

Drug interactions

alcohol; calcium channel blockers; antiarrhythmic medicines

Age restrictions

Not recommended for paediatric patients.

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to metoprolol; second or third-degree atrioventricular block; decompensated heart failure; sinus bradycardia

Precautions and warnings

may impair ability to drive or operate machinery; regular heart rate monitoring recommended; use with caution in patients with asthma

Serious side effects

heart block — requires immediate medical attention; severe heart failure — requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Developed to target high blood pressure and cardiac events, utilized to support cardiovascular health and reduce stress on the heart muscle.

Mechanism of action

This medicine acts by blocking specific receptor sites in the heart and blood vessels. By reducing the effect of stress hormones, it slows the heart rate and decreases the force of heart contractions, which helps lower blood pressure and improve blood flow.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use only if clearly necessary after medical assessment. Breastfeeding: Excreted in breast milk; monitor nursing infants for efficacy and safety.

Lopressor

Developed to target high blood pressure and cardiac events, utilized to support cardiovascular health and reduce stress on the heart muscle.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Metoprolol
  • Listed indication(s): Hypertension, Angina Pectoris, Myocardial Infarction

Usually available as

  • 180 tablets - 25 mg31-25-mg-3387
  • 120 tablets - 50 mg31-50-mg-3393
  • 90 tablets - 100 mg31-100-mg-3399