Metolar XR 100 Mg

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

USA Brand Name

Toprol XL

Strength

100mg

Generic Name

Metoprolol Succinate

Manufacturer

Cipla, India

## Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate)

## What Is The Generic Name For Metolar XR 100 Mg?

Metoprolol Succinate is the generic version for Metolar XR 100 Mg

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate)?

Toprol XL

## About Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate)

Metolar XR 100 Mg contains an active ingredient, Metoprolol Succinate, which is used in the treatment of Arrhythmia and Chest Pain (Angina) and Heart Attack and available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and can be given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer:

Cipla (India) is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Metolar XR 100 Mg.

## Strength:

Metolar XR 100 Mg contains an active ingredient, Metoprolol Succinate, 100 mg which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacies, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate)?

Metolar XR 100 Mg is used in the treatment of:

Hypertension

Angina Pectoris (Chest Pain)

Heart Attack

Congestive Heart Failure

Hyperthyroidism

Migraine Prevention

## How Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate) Works?

Metolar XR 100 Mg has an active ingredient, Metoprolol Succinate, a beta-blocker that works specifically on the heart. It basically reduces the heart rate and relaxes blood vessels to improve blood flow to the organ.

## Before You Use Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Metoprolol Succinate

You do not take alcohol

Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate)?

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving as it may cause Dizziness

You should avoid Multivitamins while taking Metoprolol tartrate

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate)?

You should not take Metolar XR 100 Mg if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have Severe Liver/Kidney Ailments

Have slow Heart Beats or Irregular Heartbeats

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy To The Tablet

Have Diabetes

Have other Heart Complications

Have any Kidney/Liver Disease

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

Always talk to your doctor if your heart conditions (Palpitation, Faster Heart Beats, etc) persist even after treatment.

## Dosage:

Metolar XR 100 Mg contains an active ingredient, Metoprolol Succinate, which is used in the treatment of Hypertension , Chest Pain and available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for the duration of dosage and frequency as the age and severity of the disease differ from person to person.

Avoid high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter, and meat while taking Metolar XR 100 Mg. If there is a necessity to take minerals or vitamins, then take them 2 hrs prior or after taking the tablet.

Adults are advised to take Metolar XR 100 Mg at a fixed time with food as instructed by your Doctor. Try to take it regularly by time for better effects.

## How Much Of The Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate) to Be Used?

Metolar XR 100 Mg is available in various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores. Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Metolar XR 100 Mg.

## How To Take The Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate)?

Metolar XR 100 Mg dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You must swallow the tablet as a whole with water. Do not chew or crush it. It is better to take it with or without food.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate)?

You are always advised to take Metolar XR 100 Mg as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in larger amount or for a longer time than recommended. It generally takes 1-2 weeks to show its effects.

## Overdose:

Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect an Overdose.

## Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Metolar XR 100 Mg should be taken as soon as you remember. Just skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Metolar XR 100 Mg (Metoprolol Succinate)?

Stomach Pain

Fatigue

Dizziness/Lightheadedness

Chest pain and Discomfort

Constipation/Diarrhea

Decreased blood pressure

Blurred vision

Slow heart beat

Shortness of breath

Skin Rashes

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions?

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Metolar XR 100 Mg. It can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on other Medication, Vitamin or Mineral Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

Amlodipine

Diltiazem

Aminophylline

Ergotamine

It also interacts with the following disease condition:

Asthma

Liver Disease

Glaucoma

High Cholesterol and Fat

Diabetes

Heart Block

## Warning And Precaution:

Metolar XR 100 Mg should be used cautiously in the conditions like:

Allergy

Other Heart diseases like Heart Block, Ischemia

Asthma, Pneumonia or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Diabetes and Hypoglycemia

Heart Failure

Pheochromocytoma

Thyrotoxicosis

It should be given cautiously in Pregnant and Breastfeeding women

You should use Multivitamins with caution if you are going to take Metolar XR 100 Mg.

Always consult your doctor to get the best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions.

## Things To Remember:

To lower the risk of lightheadedness or dizziness , rise up slowly from lying or sitting position

Monitor Blood Pressure regularly

Keep out of reach of children

Always read the information written on the leaflet of medicine

Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding the dose, time, and strength of the Tablet

## Indications:

Metolar XR 100 Mg should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Always take the doses on time and regularly as per schedule. Do not stop in between even if you feel better.

## Storage:

Store the Metolar XR 100 Mg at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the tablets should be intact and not damaged.