Uses of Metolar XR 100mg Capsule
Metolar XR 100mg Capsule is used for the treatment or prevention of the following disease(s):
Hypertension, Heart Attacks, Kidney Problems, Chest Pain, Improve Survival after a Heart Attack
Side effects of Metolar XR 100mg Capsule
Precautions while taking Metolar XR 100mg Capsule
Dosage of Metolar XR 100mg Capsule
Overdose of Metolar XR 100mg Capsule
Onset of Action of Metolar XR 100mg Capsule
Duration of Action of Metolar XR 100mg Capsule
Precautions & Warnings
Alcohol
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Driving
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Kidney
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Liver
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All substitutes for Metolar XR 100mg Capsule
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Interactions
Drug :-
Amiodarone:
May increase bradycardic effects. Monitor therapy.
Barbiturates:
May reduce metoprolol effect. Monitor therapy.
Calcium channel blockers:
May increase hypotensive effects. Monitor therapy.
Cardiac glycosides:
May cause excessive bradycardia and increased depressant effect on
myocardium. Use together cautiously.
Catecholamine-depleting drugs (MAO inhibitors, reserpine):
May have additive effect. Monitor
patient for hypotension and bradycardia.
Fluoxetine, paroxetine, propafenone, quinidine:
May increase metoprolol level. Monitor vital signs.
Hydralazine:
May increase levels and effects of both drugs. Monitor patient closely. May need to
adjust dosage.
I.V. lidocaine:
May reduce hepatic metabolism of lidocaine, increasing risk of toxicity. Give bolus
doses of lidocaine at a slower rate, and monitor lidocaine level closely.
Terbutaline:
May antagonize bronchodilatory effects of terbutaline. Monitor patient.
Verapamil:
May increase effects of both drugs. Monitor cardiac function closely, and decrease
dosages as needed.
Herb :-
Ma huang:
May decrease antihypertensive effects. Discourage use together.
Kunal is a registered pharmacist with RGUHS with over 4 years experience. He is a medicine content contributor at Health-Shoppe.com.