What are the components of metoprolol?

Each tablet for oral administration contains 25 mg, 50 mg or 100 mg of metoprolol tartrate USP and the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, polyethylene glycol.

What is metoprolol suc tab 50mg ER used for?

This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.

What’s the difference between metoprolol and metoprolol ER?

First off, the two contain different salt forms. Metoprolol contains tartrate, while metoprolol ER contains succinate. These salt forms are approved to treat different conditions. Metoprolol, also referred to as metoprolol tartrate, is used to treat high blood pressure and chest pain, and to prevent heart attacks.

What is the best time to take metoprolol?

Your doctor may advise you to take your first dose before bedtime because it could make you feel dizzy. If you do not feel dizzy after the first dose, take metoprolol in the morning. If you have metoprolol more than once a day, try to space the doses evenly throughout the day.

What are the long term effects of metoprolol?

Metoprolol has no known long term side effects. It also has not harmed you in any way by taking this medication. If you have high blood pressure the medicine ought to be continued. If it was just for skipped beats, then it should be OK to slowly taper it.

What is the normal dosage for metoprolol?

The recommended starting dosage of metoprolol tartrate for people with high blood pressure (hypertension) is 100 mg once a day or 50 mg twice a day. After a week or longer, your healthcare provider may increase or decrease your dosage based on the blood pressure response and/or side effects or metoprolol tartrate.

What are the side effects of metoprolol 50 mg?

A wide variety of side effects are possible with metoprolol succinate, ranging from nausea and fatigue to potentially serious heart rhythm abnormalities and shortness of breath. The 50-mg dose of metoprolol succinate ER is a mid-range amount.

Is metoprolol a safe drug?

Metoprolol works by slowing the heart rate and dilating blood vessels. Many people take metoprolol in either its short- or long-acting forms, and it is considered generally safe if taken as prescribed. Consult your doctor before you stop taking any medications.