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Metolar-XR 50mg 15 Capsules
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Metolar belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers which is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (heart-related chest pain), and irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia). It also helps to prevent migraines, future heart attacks, and stroke. It works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps it to
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Babies: It is not applicable
Lactating mothers: It is probably safe to use during breastfeeding.
Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy: It 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 them to you.
Please consult your doctor.
Driving: It may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy.
Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with a metolar tablet.
Kidney: It is safe to use in patients with kidney disease.
No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver: It should be used with caution in patients with liver disease.
You may need a dose adjustment.
Please consult your doctor..
Fatigue Headache Slow heart rate Dizziness Nausea Breathlessness.
Metolar tablet 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..
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible.
If it is near the time of the next dose, then skip the missed dose.
Take the prescribed dose on your regular time daily.
Don't double the dose to catch up with the missed dose..
• This medication lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
• It should be taken once a day regularly at the same time.
• Lowering high blood pressure helps to prevent stroke and heart attack.
• This medication may also reduce the number and severity of angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease).
• Lifestyle changes like a low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medication work better.
• 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 have diabetes.
Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
• Do not stop taking this medication suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
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Major
• Metolar + Albuterol: Concurrent use of metolar and albuterol may decrease albuterol efficacy.
• Metolar + Rivastigmine: Concurrent use of metolar and rivastigmine may result in additive bradycardic effects.
Moderate
• Metolar + Acarbose: Concurrent use of metolar and acarbose may result in hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
Minor
• Metolar + Ciprofloxacin: Concurrent use of metolar and ciprofloxacin may result in bradycardia, hypotension..
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Ans: The time taken by metolar tablet to start working varies from person to person. Usually, metolar 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 complete effect is usually experienced within one week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking a metolar tablet, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.
2. Is taking a metolar tablet dangerous?
Ans: Metolar 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 too early can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So, do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.
3. Does the metolar tablet help you sleep better?
Ans: Metolar tablet belongs to the beta-blocker 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 if you have any sleep disturbances.
4. What should I do if I forget to take a metolar tablet?
Ans: If you forget to take a dose of metolar tablet, then take it as soon as you remember it. However, skip the missed dose to avoid taking a double dose if your next dose is nearby.
5. Can I take alcohol after taking a metolar tablet?
Ans: No, you should not consume alcohol after taking a metolar tablet. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.