Betablock XL 50 Tablet (Metoprolol Succinate 47.5mg)

INTRODUCTION

BETABLOCK XL 50 contain Metoprolol Succinate which belongs to a group of medicine called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat and prevent heart attack and strokes, angina pectoris, migraine. High blood pressure is a condition in which the force of the blood against the artery wall. Improper beating of the heart, whether irregular, too fast, or too slow. This is also called as irregular heartbeat or arrhythmia.

Heart attack occurs when blood flow decreases or stops to a part of the heart, causing damage to the heart muscle. This is also called as myocardial infarction. Stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts (or ruptures). Angina pectoris is a type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. Migraine is a neurological condition that can cause multiple symptoms. It is frequently characterized by intense, debilitating headache.

Always take BETABLOCK XL 50 exactly as your doctor has told you. This medicine must be taken with or without food. It is not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years. It can be taken by adults over the age of 18 years. Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

USES OF BETABLOCK XL 50

• Treat high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat
• Prevent heart attack and strokes, angina pectoris, migraine

HOW BETABLOCK XL 50 WORKS

BETABLOCK XL 50 works by changing the way your body responds to some nerve impulses, especially in the heart. It slows down your heart rate and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take BETABLOCK XL 50 exactly as your doctor has told you. This medicine must be taken with or without food. Try to take this medicine at the same time each day. It should be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

SIDE EFFECTS OF BETABLOCK XL 50

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Headache:

Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.

Dizziness:

Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy.

Nausea:

Try taking this medicine with, or just after, a meal or snack and stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food.

Stomach ache:

Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or have smaller and frequent meals. Applying heat pad or covered hot water bottle on your stomach may also help. If still pain persists, speak to your doctor.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Talk to your doctor if you are taking,

• Medicines for high blood pressure
• Antidepressants (used to treat depression)
• Nitrates (used to treat chest pain)
• Baclofen (used for muscle relaxant)
• Tamsulosin (used for an enlarged prostate)
• Co-careldopa and levodopa (used to treat parkinson’s disease)
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen
• Pseudoephedrine or xylometazoline (used to treat cough)
• Medicines for diabetes
• Ephedrine, noradrenaline, or adrenaline (used to treat allergy)
• Medicines for asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)