Description
Metoprolol Succinate Extended Release 50mg Tablets – Metoprolol succinate is an extended-release tablet used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. This medication works by lowering blood pressure and heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body. This drug belongs to a group of drugs called beta blockers. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and increasing the heart rate to improve blood flow and blood circulation.
High blood pressure also known as Hypertension faced by almost everyone, is a common condition in which the pressure on the blood vessels gets too high. If left untreated, it can cause heart failure, and eye problems, and can damage the other parts of the body. Damage to these organs can cause heart disease, stroke, heart failure, vision loss, and other problems. In addition to medication, lifestyle changes can help lower blood pressure.
How Does Metoprolol Succinate Extended Release 50mg Tablet Works?
Metoprolol tablet is an extended-release tablet. Metoprolol blocks beta receptors in your heart. These receptors bind to hormones called catecholamines. When catecholamines bind to these receptors, they make your heart beat faster. Blocking these receptors can help your heart slow down. These effects can improve heart function, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Uses of Metoprolol Succinate Extended Release 50mg Tablets
Metoprolol succinate extended-release 50mg tablets are commonly used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and some heart diseases. Here is a provision of their use:
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Meptolol-50 (Dpco) works by relaxing the blood vessels, which makes it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body, thereby reducing blood pressure and stress on the heart.
- Angina (Chest Pain): Metoprolol tablet is prescribed to treat the worst kind of chest pain (angina) and lowers the risk of repeated heart attacks, if you have had one. It is given to people who have already had a heart attack.
- Prevention of Heart Attacks: Metoprolol can lower blood pressure and heart rate by blocking the effects of adrenaline on the heart and blood vessels. It is also very helpful in preventing future heart attacks.
- Arrhythmias (Irregular Heartbeat)
Metoprolol is primarily used for diseases such as high blood pressure, angina pectoris, heart failure, and arrhythmia. This medication reduces heart rate, heart rate, and blood pressure.
- Coronary Heart Disease:
This drug is a beta-blocker. It works by relaxing the response to nerve impulses in certain parts of the body, such as the heart.
- Heart Failure: Metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets 50 mg are indicated for the treatment of heart failure. It helps improve symptoms keeps the patient moving and reduces the risk of hospitalization for worsening heart failure.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Metoprolol Succinate tablets are:
- Dizziness
- Change in heart rate
- Rashes
- Diarrhea
- Tiredness
- Shortness of breath
Precautions
- This drug can make you dizzy, so it is advised to get up slowly from a sitting or lying position
- It can cause changes in blood sugar so, monitor your blood sugar levels regularly
- Do not avoid or miss the dosage or only stop taking this medication with the doctor’s prescription
