METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It helps to control blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It also helps to reduce chances of any future heart attack and stroke. Early treatment with this medicine improves chances of survival in patients of heart attack.

METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG is a combination of antihypertensive and diuretic medicines.

Uses of Meto HT Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Meto HT Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. Additionally, it eliminates excess water from the body and increases urine output. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

Side effects of Meto HT Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Meto HT

Fatigue
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

How to use Meto HT Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Meto HT Tablet?

If you miss a dose of METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG

₹6.16/Tablet

Metpure-H 50 Tablet

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹21.91/tablet

256% costlier

Supermet H Tablet

Abbott L

₹13.01/tablet

111% costlier

Tolol H 50mg Tablet

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹11.04/tablet

79% costlier

Prolomet H Tablet

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

₹4.12/tablet

33% cheaper

Metoright H 50 mg/12.5 mg Tablet

Gold Line

₹7.5/tablet

22% costlier

Quick tips

Meto HT Tablet

It is a combination of two blood pressure lowering medications used for the treatment of high blood pressure.
It can be taken with or without food.
Do not stop taking METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you're diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
METO HT TABLET 50 MG/12.5 MG may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

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