Blood Pressure // Metoprolol (Toprol)

Toprol is used for:
Treating high blood pressure, alone or with other medicines; long-term treatment of chest pain; and reducing the risk of death because of heart problems in patients who have had a heart attack. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Toprol is a beta-adrenergic blocking agent ("beta blocker"). It works by reducing the amount of work the heart has to do (reduces chest pain) and the amount of blood the heart pumps out (lowers high blood pressure). It is also used to stabilize the heart rhythm in conditions in which the heart is beating too fast or in an irregular rhythm.

Toprol is used for:
Treating high blood pressure, alone or with other medicines; long-term treatment of chest pain; and reducing the risk of death because of heart problems in patients who have had a heart attack. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Toprol is a beta-adrenergic blocking agent ("beta blocker"). It works by reducing the amount of work the heart has to do (reduces chest pain) and the amount of blood the heart pumps out (lowers high blood pressure). It is also used to stabilize the heart rhythm in conditions in which the heart is beating too fast or in an irregular rhythm.

How to use Toprol:
Use Toprol as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    * Take Toprol by mouth either always with food or immediately following a meal, at the same time each day.
    * Swallow Toprol whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. Toprol may be broken in half before taking. If you have difficulty swallowing the whole tablet, ask your pharmacist if your brand of medicine may be broken in half.
    * If you miss a dose of Toprol, take it if you remember the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose. Do not take 2 doses at once. If you miss more than one dose, check with your doctor or pharmacist.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Toprol.

Possible side effects of Toprol:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

    * Blurred vision; confusion; constipation; depression; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth/eyes; headache; lightheadedness; nausea; nightmares; sleeplessness; stomach pain/upset; tiredness; weakness.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

    * Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; fainting; pounding in the chest; shortness of breath; slow heartbeat; sudden unusual weight gain; swelling of arms, hands, or feet; wheezing; yellowing of skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider.

Proper storage of Toprol:
Store Toprol at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Toprol out of the reach of children and away from pets.