Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (heart-related chest pain), and irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia). It also helps to prevent migraines, future heart attacks, and stroke.

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency will depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not have symptoms if you stop taking it your condition may worsen.

The main side effects of Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR are tireness, headache, depression, diarrhea, rash, slow heart rate, feeling dizzy, and nausea. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase certain side effects.

Uses of Metorol Tablet PR

Benefits of Metorol Tablet PR

In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.

In Treatment of Arrhythmia

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR is used to stabilize heart rhythms (particularly atrial fibrillation). It helps in normalizing an abnormal heart rhythm, preventing it from occurring in the first place or slowing down the heart rate during an episode.

In Prevention of Heart attack

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR helps lower your blood pressure and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack. 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.

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR belongs to a group of medicines called long-acting beta-blocker. Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps it to beat with less force. 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.

In Prevention of Migraine

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR helps change electrical activity in the brain, reduce the flow of blood in your brain or increase activity in a region of the brain associated with migraines. By preventing and reducing the frequency of migraine attacks, the medicine can help you carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.

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Side effects of Metorol Tablet PR

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 Metorol

Tiredness
Dizziness
Depression
Breathlessness
Headache
Slow heart rate
Nausea
Rash
Diarrhea
Hypotension (low blood pressure)

How to use Metorol Tablet PR

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

How Metorol Tablet PR works

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR 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

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR 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

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Metorol Tablet PR?

If you miss a dose of Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR, 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.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR should be taken once a day regularly at the same time.
Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
It may also be used to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease).
Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine work better.
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 are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Do not stop taking Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Alcohol & phenols

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

Beta blocker- Cardioselective

FAQs

How long does Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR take to work?

The time taken by Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR to start working varies from person to person. Usually, Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR starts working within 15 minutes. However, in some patients, it may take up to 2 hours to start working. It starts acting slowly and the maximum or full effect is usually experienced within a span of 1 week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.

Is taking Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR dangerous?

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR is usually safe when taken as per the doctor’s prescription. This medicine exhibits dangerous effects if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and can even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So, do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.

Does Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR help you sleep better?

Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR belongs to the beta-blockers class of medicine. Though their effect on sleep varies from person to person, it has been found that these medicines are known to alter the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in few patients. On the other hand, it has also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Do consult your doctor in case you have any sleep disturbances.

Can I take alcohol after taking Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR?

No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Metorol XL 50mg Tablet PR. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.

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