Metapol Xl 50mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Metapol 50mg Tablet XL is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and heart failure. It contains metoprolol as its active ingredient, which helps relax blood vessels, reduce the workload on the heart, and lower blood pressure. Regular use of this medicine helps prevent heart attacks, strokes, and other heart-related complications.

Metoprolol in Metapol 50mg Tablet XL works by slowing down the heart rate and improving blood flow. This reduces the heart’s oxygen demand and helps control symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue associated with heart conditions. You should take Metapol 50mg Tablet XL exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Follow the recommended dosage and timing strictly for optimal results. Do not stop the medicine suddenly, as this can worsen your condition or cause complications. It is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age.

Before starting Metapol 50mg Tablet XL, inform your doctor about your complete medical history, including heart, liver, or kidney conditions. Also, disclose all other medications, supplements, or herbal products you are taking to avoid potential drug interactions. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before use.

Some people may experience mild side effects like nausea, dizziness, tiredness, or headache. If these symptoms persist or worsen, contact your doctor immediately. Along with taking this medicine, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet, regular exercise, and avoiding smoking and excess salt, can help control blood pressure and support heart health.

Dosage

Overdose

Excess of Metapol XL tablet may cause decreased heart rate, low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting and coma. If you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

Take a dose as soon as you remember you have missed a dose. However, if you are close to the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Try to follow the Metapol XL tablet dosage regimen regularly. Do not take extra doses of the medicine to make up for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Metapol XL tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels, slowing down the heart rate. By doing this, it reduces the workload on the heart of pumping the blood effectively.

Directions for Use

Metapol XL tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Take it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Metapol XL tablet during pregnancy?

Metapol XL tablet is not recommended during pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor about the pregnancy and also if you think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Metapol XL tablet while breastfeeding?

Metoprolol passes into the breastmilk in low amounts, thus consult your doctor before using the Metapol XL tablet while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Metapol XL tablet?

Metapol XL tablet can make you feel dizzy or sleepy. Hence, be cautious while driving after taking this medicine

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Metapol XL tablet?

Do not consume alcohol with the Metapol XL tablet as it may worsen the side effects.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You experience an allergic reaction after taking the Metapol XL tablet.
• You have medical conditions such as diabetes, heart conditions, liver or kidney disease.
• You have respiratory conditions, such as asthma and obstructive lung disease (COPD).
• You are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
• You have a tumour of the adrenal gland tissue (Pheochromocytoma).
• You have an overactive thyroid (when the thyroid gland produces too much of the thyroid hormone thyroxine).
• You are suffering from a type of skin disease, psoriasis.
• You have circulation-related problems in the toes, arms, legs or fingers.
• You are suffering from a type of chest pain (Prinzmetal’s angina).
• You recently had a heart attack, chest pain or heart surgery.
• Metapol XL tablets should not be used in children below 18 years of age.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to metoprolol or other ingredients of Metapol XL tablet.
• If you have a heart condition such as heart block or uncontrolled heart failure.
• If you have asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or lung condition.
• If you have low blood pressure, diabetes, renal or liver disease, a decreased heart rate.
• If you have an electrolyte imbalance, acid-base imbalance.
• If you take medication like verapamil, diltiazem, or disopyramide (heart medicine).

Side effects

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Tiredness
• A sudden drop in blood pressure when you stand from a seated or lying down position (orthostatic hypotension)

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way the Metapol XL works or this medicine itself may reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell the doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
• Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immuno-modulatory medicines or medicines for a brain-related disorder.

Interactions with food items

Food, drinks, and supplements can change how drugs behave in your body, potentially making them less effective or more potent. These interactions can affect how a drug is absorbed or metabolized.

Storage and disposal

• Store below 25°C. Protect it from light and moisture.
• Keep it out of the reach and sight of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Metapol XL tablet be taken by diabetic patients?

Metapol XL tablets should be used with caution in people with diabetes. Before starting the medication, give the doctor a detailed medical history.

I have asthma. Is it safe for me to take Metapol XL tablet?

Use Metapol XL Tablet with caution if you have a respiratory condition such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Metapol XL Tablet can cause shortness of breath and also worsens other respiratory symptoms.

Is Metapol XL tablet a beta-blocker?

Yes, Metapol XL tablet is a selective beta-blocker specific to the heart muscles. Metoprolol in tab Metapol XL lowers the raised blood pressure, thereby relaxing the blood vessels and slowing down the heart rate.

Can I stop taking Metapol XL if my blood pressure level comes under control?

It is advised to keep taking Metapol XL tablets as long as advised by your doctor. You should not stop taking Metapol XL tablet without consulting your doctor, even if you feel well. Do not stop this medicine on your own. Abrupt discontinuation can worsen the disease condition.

Can I take other supplements along with Metapol XL ?

It is advised to avoid the intake of potassium rich diet or potassium supplements while on treatment. The doctor might ask for regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function and electrolytes level while on the treatment with Metapol XL.

Is Metapol XL habit forming?

No, Metapol XL does not have habit forming tendencies.

Is Metapol XL a blood thinner?

No, Metapol XL tablet is not a blood thinner. It is an antihypertensive medicine. It works by relaxing the blood vessels, slowing down the heart rate. By doing this, it reduces the workload on the heart of pumping blood effectively. Metapol XL is used to lower the raised blood pressure and other associated complications.