Metolar-50 Tablet 15's
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Metolar-50 Tablet 15's is a combination drug, containing Enalapril (ACE inhibitors), and Propranolol (beta-blocker). It collectively treats high blood pressure and prevents the chance of having heart failure or stroke in future. Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a chronic condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes so high to cause heart or kidney diseases.
Metolar-50 Tablet 15's is composed of Enalapril and Propranolol. Together they work by relaxing and widening our blood vessels (veins and arteries). It lowers the raised blood pressure and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood efficiently around the body. Hence, the chance of having any heart attack, stroke, heart-related chest pain (angina) or other cardiovascular diseases reduces significantly.
Metolar-50 Tablet 15's can be taken orally with or without food or as directed by your physician. Common side effects like headache, dizziness, non-productive tickling cough, digestive disturbances, abdominal discomfort, dyspepsia, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, rash, muscle spasms, myalgia (muscular pain), and dry eyes have been reported in patients taking Metolar-50 Tablet 15's. Most of the side effects of Metolar-50 Tablet 15's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Even if your blood pressure is normal, you should not stop using Metolar-50 Tablet 15's as blood pressure has no symptoms and stopping Metolar-50 Tablet 15's may worsen your condition. Let your doctor know if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients with impaired liver and kidney function (especially elderly above 65 years) should consult a doctor before taking Metolar-50 Tablet 15's. Regular monitoring of kidney function and electrolyte (sodium, potassium, calcium etc.) is recommended while taking treatment with Metolar-50 Tablet 15's.
Hypertension (high blood pressure).
Metolar-50 Tablet 15's work by relaxing and widening our blood vessels (veins and arteries). It lowers the raised blood pressure and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood efficiently around the body. Hence, the chance of having any heart attack, stroke, heart-related chest pain (angina) or other cardiovascular diseases reduces significantly.
Metolar-50 Tablet 15's is contraindicated if you have high amounts of potassium in your blood (shown in blood test results). Metolar-50 Tablet 15's may affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery if taken with alcohol. Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Even if your blood pressure is normal, you should not stop using Metolar-50 Tablet 15's as blood pressure has no symptoms and stopping Metolar-50 Tablet 15's may worsen your condition. Let your doctor know if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should monitor your blood pressure regularly to be sure that Metolar-50 Tablet 15's is working efficiently.
Drug-Drug Interaction: Metolar-50 Tablet 15's interacts with organ transplant-related drugs (temsirolimus, everolimus, sirolimus), blood pressure-lowering pills (clonidine, diltiazem, verapamil, sacubitril/valsartan, aliskiren), lithium, antidiabetic (insulin, vildagliptin), pain killers (indomethacin, acetylsalicylic acid), and blood thinner (heparin).
Drug-Food Interaction: Alcohol and high potassium-containing foods should be avoided when taking Metolar-50 Tablet 15's as they can affect the efficacy of Metolar-50 Tablet 15's when taken together.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Metolar-50 Tablet 15's should be taken with caution if you are undergoing dialysis or any other type of blood filtration, have kidney problems where the blood supply to your kidney is reduced (renal artery stenosis), your blood pressure is abnormally low or unstable, have diabetes and you are treated with a blood pressure-lowering medicine.
You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Metolar-50 Tablet 15's to avoid unpleasant side-effects.
Metolar-50 Tablet 15's is not recommended during pregnancy unless your doctor considers it essential. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.
Metolar-50 Tablet 15's is not recommended while breastfeeding
Metolar-50 Tablet 15's is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or to operate machinery. However, some people may occasionally feel dizzy or tired when taking Propranolol. If this happens to you, ask your doctor for advice.
Metolar-50 Tablet 15's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. Dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Metolar-50 Tablet 15's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. Dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Non-productive tickling cough is common, consult your doctor if needed.
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Hypertension (High blood pressure): It is a condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes so high to cause heart and kidney diseases. Normal range of a blood pressure is 120/80 mm of Hg. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is the major cause of high blood pressure, as the kidneys cannot filter out fluid and this excess fluid in our body leads to hypertension. Conditions like diabetes, stress, sedentary lifestyle, smoking, respiratory diseases (asthma or COPD), obesity, pregnancy, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), and kidney diseases can lead to high blood pressure.
When you are taking a beta-blocker, your health care provider may recommend that you limit your consumption of bananas and other high potassium foods including papaya, tomato, avocado and kale.
Metolar-50 Tablet 15's is unlikely to cause dizziness. However, some people may occasionally feel dizzy or tired when taking Metolar-50 Tablet 15's. If this happens to you, ask your doctor for advice.
If you forget to take Metolar-50 Tablet 15's at any time, take it as soon as you remember, then continue to take it at the usual times. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Before surgery, you should inform your doctor that you are taking Metolar-50 Tablet 15's as it can reduce your blood pressure when used along with anaesthesia which is given before a major operation.
It is advised to continue your medicine even after your blood pressure is under control or becomes normal as blood pressure can shot up any time. If you have any discomfort, please consult your doctor immediately.
Serum sodium, serum potassium, white blood cells, kidney or renal function should be closely monitored before taking Metolar-50 Tablet 15's.
Use of Metolar-50 Tablet 15's in diabetes may mask tachycardia (fast heart rate) occurring with low blood sugar level, but other symptoms like dizziness and sweating may not be significantly affected. Use of Metolar-50 Tablet 15's in patients with overactive thyroid may mask the risk signs like tachycardia (fast heart rate) and sudden stoppage of Metolar-50 Tablet 15's may precipitate a thyroid storm leading to life threatening conditions. So, if you are a thyroid or diabetic patients always consult a doctor before taking Metolar-50 Tablet 15's.
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