Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet
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Introduction of Metprol H Tablet
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It helps to control blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It also helps to reduce chances of any future heart attack and stroke. Early treatment with this medicine improves chances of survival in patients of heart attack.
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of antihypertensive and diuretic medicines.
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of antihypertensive and diuretic medicines.
Uses of Metprol H Tablet
Benefits of Metprol H Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. Additionally, it eliminates excess water from the body and increases urine output. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.
Side effects of Metprol H Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Metprol H
- Fatigue
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
How to use Metprol H Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Metprol H Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
Metprol H Tablet
- It is a combination of two blood pressure lowering medications used for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- Do not stop taking Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you're diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
- Metprol H 25mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
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