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Composition:

METOPROLOL SUCCINATE-50MG

Uses:

Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), and heart attack (myocardial infarction). The detailed uses of Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's are as follows:<br/>• Management of Hypertension: Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is frequently prescribed to lower high blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.<br/>• Angina Pectoris Relief: Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is effective in preventing chest pain (angina) by enhancing blood flow to the heart muscle.<br/>• Heart Failure Treatment: Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's serves as a part of the treatment plan for specific types of heart failure, helping the heart function more efficiently.<br/>• Post-Myocardial Infarction Management: Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is often used after a heart attack to improve survival rates and minimize the likelihood of further heart complications.<br/>• Control of Arrhythmias: Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is beneficial in managing certain abnormal heart rhythms, contributing to the stabilization of heart function.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), and to protect the heart after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Besides this, it also helps in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches and tremors (fits).  Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future. 

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Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), and heart attack (myocardial infarction).

Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Thereby, lowers blood pressure.

High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the blood vessels of the heart, brain, kidney and might result in stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.

Do not stop taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's.

Consult your doctor before taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's if you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) as it might mask the symptoms or make it difficult to recognise the signs of thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone in the body).

Consult your doctor before taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's with anti-diabetic medicines as it might mask the signs of low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is advised.

Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's 24hours prior to the surgery, as it might lower blood pressure when combined with general anaesthesia. If you are due to have any surgery or are receiving an anaesthetic, inform the doctor that you are taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's.

Taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's along with multivitamin/multimineral supplements may decrease the effect of Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's. Therefore, maintain a gap of at least 2hours between both. However, you are advised to take Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.

Yes, Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is a selective beta-blocker, that acts on the heart muscles.

No, do not stop taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's if your blood pressure level comes in control as discontinuing suddenly may worsen the condition. Therefore, continue taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's for long as it is advised by your doctor.

No, Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is not a blood thinner. Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's relaxes the blood vessels, and slows down the heart rate. Thereby, it reduces the workload on the heart and makes it easier to pump blood effectively.

The time taken by Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's to start working varies from person to person. Usually, it starts working within 15 minutes. However, it may take up to 2 hours to start working in some people. The maximum or full effect is usually achieved within 1 week as it starts acting slowly. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's, do not worry. It exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.

The side effects of Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's include stomach pain, nausea, diarrhoea, dizziness, tiredness or headache. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is generally safe if used as prescribed by the doctor. If this medication is stopped suddenly, it may cause harmful effects such as sudden increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and in some cases even result in a heart attack. Therefore, take Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's for the prescribed duration and do not stop taking suddenly.

Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medicines called beta-blockers. Though their effect on sleep differs from person to person, it has been found that these medications are known to change the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in some patients. On the other hand, it has also been observed to promote better sleep in patients with increased anxiety and heart rate by calming down the nerves and heart. If you have any sleep disturbances, please consult your doctor.

No, you are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption after taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's as alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's and might cause increased dizziness.