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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy

Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the class of antihypertensive medicines used in the treatment of high blood pressure. This medicine also helps reduce the chances of heart problems such as heart attack and stroke. This medicine suppress the contraction of blood vessels and promote smooth blood flow. It also alters the response to nerve impulses in the heart thereby making the heart pump blood easier. Common side effects include dizziness, tiredness, diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea, and headache.

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Mendcure Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

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About Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's

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). Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood exerts an increased pressure against the arteries that may lead to various types of heart diseases. Besides this, Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches and tremors (fits). 

Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's contains 'Metoprolol succinate', which 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. 

Take Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's as prescribed. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide the dose and duration. In some cases, Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's may cause certain common side effects like dizziness, tiredness, diarrhea, 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.

Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, asthma, overactive thyroid, metabolic acidosis, or severe blood circulation problems. Consult your doctor before taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children. Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's as it might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's

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/>

Directions for Use

• Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food, or as advised by your doctor.• Generally, it is recommended to be taken once daily. Follow your doctor's instructions regarding dosage and timing for optimal results. • Swallow Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water. • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

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. 

How Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's Works

Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's contains 'Metoprolol succinate', which 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.

Storage

Keep Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's out of the sight and reach of children.

What if I have taken an overdose of Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Overdose of Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's may cause nausea, vomiting, decreased consciousness or loss of consciousness (coma), irregular, fast, or slow heartbeat, chest pain, dizziness, fatigue or weakness and fainting. Seek immediate medical help if you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic to metoprolol succinate or any other beta-blockers. Avoid taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's 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 Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Let your doctor know if you are taking other prescription/non-prescription medicines or herbal supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet:
Taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet with Atazanavir together can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet with Atazanavir together 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.
How does the drug interact with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Disopyramide with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet can increase the side effects of disopyramide.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Metomend XL 50 mg 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.
How does the drug interact with Metomend XL 50 mg 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 Metomend XL 50 mg 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.
How does the drug interact with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Fingolimod and Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Metomend XL 50 mg 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.
How does the drug interact with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet:
Taking Metoprolol with Ceritinib together increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet and Ceritinib, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. 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.
How does the drug interact with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of verapamil with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking verapamil and Metomend XL 50 mg 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.
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How does the drug interact with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet:
Using saquinavir together with metoprolol can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Metomend XL 50 mg 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.
How does the drug interact with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet:
Taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet with Theophylline, could make Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet less effective and enhance the effects of Theophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Metomend XL 50 mg 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.
How does the drug interact with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Clonidine and Metomend XL 50 mg 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 Metomend XL 50 mg 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.
How does the drug interact with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Ritodrine with Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet can decrease the effectiveness of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Metomend XL 50 mg 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.

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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.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's. It might also cause increased dizziness. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's belongs to pregnancy category C. Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's may pass into breastmilk. Consult a doctor before taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness and tiredness. Therefore, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

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Metomend XL 50 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended in children as the safety and efficacy have not been established.

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FAQs

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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

R.S. NO.404, FIRST FLOOR, 105 APEX TRADE CENTER, OPP. ITI, REFINERY ROAD, GORWA, VADODARA - 390016
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