Protol
Protol Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina, Addison's disease
About Protol Products
Uses of Protol Products
Metoprolol Succinate is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Addison's disease and migraine.
Protol Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Protol are Dizziness, Slow heart rate, Rash, Diarrhea, Tiredness, Shortness of breath.
How Protol Products work
Metoprolol Succinate is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Patient Concerns about Protol Products
Frequently asked questions about Protol Products
Frequently asked questions about Metoprolol Succinate
Q. How long does Protol -XL 50 Tablet take to work?
The time taken by Protol -XL 50 Tablet to start working varies from person to person. Usually, Protol -XL 50 Tablet starts working within 15 minutes. However, in some patients, it may take up to 2 hours to start working. It starts acting slowly and the maximum or full effect is usually experienced within a span of 1 week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Protol -XL 50 Tablet, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.
Q. Is taking Protol -XL 50 Tablet dangerous?
Protol -XL 50 Tablet is usually safe when taken as per the doctor’s prescription. This medicine exhibits dangerous effects if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and can even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So, do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.
Q. Does Protol -XL 50 Tablet help you sleep better?
Protol -XL 50 Tablet belongs to the beta-blockers class of medicine. Though their effect on sleep varies from person to person, it has been found that these medicines are known to alter the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in few patients. On the other hand, it has also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Do consult your doctor in case you have any sleep disturbances.
Q. Can I take alcohol after taking Protol -XL 50 Tablet?
No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Protol -XL 50 Tablet. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.