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compositionComposition:METOPROLOL-50MG
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Metin-50 Tablet 10's

Metin-50 Tablet is 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 may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headache and tremors (fits). It contains Metoprolol, which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future. In some cases, it may cause certain common side effects like dizziness, tiredness, diarrhoea, stomach pain, nausea, and headache. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

METOPROLOL-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Divine Savior Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

NPPA :

Regulated

About Metin-50 Tablet

Metin-50 Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), and irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia). Hypertension is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes so high that it leads to heart disease.

Metin-50 Tablet contains 'Metoprolol', which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. 

Not everyone who is taking Metin-50 Tablet will get these side effects. In some cases, Metin-50 Tablet may cause certain common side effects like dizziness, tiredness, diarrhoea, stomach pain, nausea, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

You can take Metin-50 Tablet with food or without food. It should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, crush, or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you should take your tablets based on your medical condition. It is always important to complete your treatment course for better results.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Metin-50 Tablet . Also, let your doctor know if you have low blood pressure, asthma, overactive thyroid, metabolic acidosis, or severe blood circulation problems. Consult your doctor before taking Metin-50 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Metin-50 Tablet is not recommended for use in children. Metin-50 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.

Uses of Metin-50 Tablet

Metin-50 Tablet 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 Metin-50 Tablet are as follows:

  • Treatment of Hypertension: Metin-50 Tablet controls high blood pressure by reducing the heart rate and the force of contraction, thereby lowering blood pressure.
  • Prevention of Heart-related Chest Pain: Metin-50 Tablet prevents chest pain (angina) by reducing the workload on the heart and improving blood flow to the heart muscle.
  • Control of Abnormal Heart Rhythms: Metin-50 Tablet helps manage irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias) by slowing the heart rate and stabilising the heart's rhythm, reducing symptoms and improving heart function.
  • Management of Heart Attack: Metin-50 Tablet is used to manage heart attack (myocardial infarction) by reducing the workload on the heart and preventing further damage.

Key Benefits

  • Metin-50 Tablet  helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body.
  • This medicine lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future.
  • Metin-50 Tablet may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headache and tremors (fits).
Side effects of Metin-50 Tablet

Directions for Use

  • Metin-50 Tablet should be taken with or immediately after a meal for better absorption.
  • It is usually taken 2-3 times daily at the same time each day or as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Swallow Metin-50 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, open, or break it.

How Metin-50 Tablet Works

Metin-50 Tablet contains 'Metoprolol', which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers the 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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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Metin-50 Tablet . It might also cause increased dizziness. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Metin-50 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Metin-50 Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Metin-50 Tablet may pass into breastmilk. Consult a doctor before taking Metin-50 Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Metin-50 Tablet may cause dizziness and tiredness. Therefore, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Metin-50 Tablet if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Metin-50 Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Metin-50 Tablet is not recommended in children as the safety and efficacy have not been established.

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Heart

Caution

Metin-50 Tablet is often prescribed to patients with heart problems to treat hypertension. However, it must be taken strictly under medical supervision, as it can affect liver and kidney function and may interact with other heart medications.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Metin-50 Tablet should be taken with caution in geriatric patients. Please inform your doctor before using Metin-50 Tablet .

What if I have taken an overdose of Metin-50 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Metin-50 Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include slow heart rate, difficulty breathing, trembling or dizziness. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular physical activity or exercise.
  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.
  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. 
  • Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.

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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Metin-50 Tablet to start to work: Metin-50 Tablet ideally shows its action within 1 hour after administration. The time for which the effects of Metin-50 Tablet last: The effect of Metin-50 Tablet lasts for 12 hours.

What if you forget to take Metin-50 Tablet

If you miss a dose of Metin-50 Tablet , take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Metin-50 Tablet if you are allergic to Metin-50 Tablet or any other beta-blockers.
  • Avoid taking Metin-50 Tablet if you have/had heart conduction, rhythm problems, uncontrolled/severe heart failure, blocked blood vessels, blood circulation problems, untreated pheochromocytoma, metabolic acidosis, low blood pressure, or prinzmetal angina.
  • Inform your doctor if you have asthma, COPD, diabetes, blood vessel disorder, slow heart rate, pheochromocytoma, myasthenia gravis, dry eye problems, kidney or liver impairment; if you are taking anti-depressants, other blood pressure-lowering medicines, or anti-arrhythmic agents.
  • Consult your doctor before taking Metin-50 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Metin-50 Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy have not been established.
  • Metin-50 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution.
  • Don't stop taking Metin-50 Tablet without consulting your doctor. Suddenly stopping the use of Metin-50 Tablet may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will gradually lower your dose to help prevent these symptoms.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interaction: Metin-50 Tablet may interact with antacid (cimetidine), blood pressure-lowering agents (hydralazine, clonidine), anti-arrhythmic (amiodarone), anaesthetics (cyclopropane), anxiolytics (temazepam, diazepam), NSAID's (indomethacin, celecoxib), antibiotic (rifampicin), anti-fungal (terbinafine), corticosteroids (hydrocortisone, prednisolone), a local anaesthetic (lidocaine), anti-depressants, barbiturates, phenothiazines, and other beta-blockers.

Drug-Food Interaction: Alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Metin-50 Tablet . It might also cause increased dizziness. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Metin-50 Tablet .

Drug-Disease Interaction: Metin-50 Tablet may have interaction with disease conditions such as heart conduction problems, rhythm problems, uncontrolled/severe heart failure, blocked blood vessels, blood circulation problems, untreated pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal gland), metabolic acidosis (excess acid in the body), low blood pressure, and prinzmetal angina.

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Metoprolol SuccinateAminophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metin-50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Aminophylline with Metoprolol could reduce the effects of Metoprolol and increase the affects of aminophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aminophylline with Metoprolol can cause an interaction; however, it can be taken only if a doctor has advised it. If you experience nausea, vomiting, sleeplessness, restlessness, irregular heartbeats, or difficulty in breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Metoprolol SuccinateRitodrine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metin-50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Ritodrine with Metin-50 Tablet can decrease the effectiveness of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Metin-50 Tablet and Ritodrine together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. In case you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Metoprolol SuccinateFingolimod
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metin-50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Fingolimod and Metin-50 Tablet can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Metin-50 Tablet and Fingolimod together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Metoprolol SuccinateSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metin-50 Tablet:
Using saquinavir together with metoprolol can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Metin-50 Tablet with Saquinavir can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Metoprolol SuccinateTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metin-50 Tablet:
Taking Tizanidine with Metin-50 Tablet together can decrease blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Metin-50 Tablet and Tizanidine together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Metoprolol SuccinateDisopyramide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metin-50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Disopyramide with Metin-50 Tablet can increase the side effects of disopyramide.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Metin-50 Tablet and Disopyramide together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience dizziness, fainting, palpitations, slow or fast pulse, or irregular heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Metoprolol SuccinateTheophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metin-50 Tablet:
Taking Metin-50 Tablet with Theophylline, could make Metin-50 Tablet less effective and enhance the effects of Theophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Metin-50 Tablet and theophylline together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, insomnia, shaking of hands and legs, restlessness, uneven heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Metoprolol SuccinateVerapamil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metin-50 Tablet:
Co-administration of verapamil with Metin-50 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking verapamil and Metin-50 Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, or irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Metoprolol SuccinateDiltiazem
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metin-50 Tablet:
Taking Metoprolol with Diltiazem together can cause increased side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Diltiazem and Metin-50 Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice fatigue, a headache, dizziness, swelling of the hands and feet, difficulty breathing, chest pain, an irregular heartbeat, make sure to contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Metoprolol SuccinateClonidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metin-50 Tablet:
Co-administration of Clonidine and Metin-50 Tablet together may lower the blood pressure and slow the heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Clonidine and Metin-50 Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience headaches, slow heartbeat, dizziness, contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Metin-50 Tablet is indicated in the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), and heart attack (myocardial infarction).

Metin-50 Tablet helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Thereby, lowers blood pressure.

Do not stop taking Metin-50 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Metin-50 Tablet 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 Metin-50 Tablet .

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

Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking Metin-50 Tablet 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 Metin-50 Tablet .

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

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

Yes, Metin-50 Tablet contains metoprolol which belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers.

No, Metin-50 Tablet is not a blood thinner. It is an antihypertensive medicine.

Metin-50 Tablet starts working within 2 hours. However, it can take up to a week to show its full effect.

No, it is not dangerous to take Metin-50 Tablet . It is safe to take Metin-50 Tablet if prescribed by the doctor.

Metin-50 Tablet may cause sleepiness. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Consult the doctor if you have sleep problems.

Alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Metin-50 Tablet . It might also cause increased dizziness. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Metin-50 Tablet .

Metin-50 Tablet may cause side effects like dizziness, tiredness, diarrhoea, stomach pain, nausea, and headache. If the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

73, Silver Infra Hub, B/H Sakar Health Care Sanand - 382213, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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