Embeta XR 12.5 Tablet (Metoprolol Succinate 11.8mg)

Medical Description

Embeta Xr 12.5mg Tab contains the molecule metoprolol. This molecule is classified as a beta-blocker. A beta-blocker reduces the number of heartbeats in a minute.

Uses of Embeta Xr 12.5 MG

High blood pressure
heart failure
chest pain
It can avert the risks of strokes, kidney problem and heart attack
migraine prevention

Contraindications of Embeta Xr 12.5 MG

Diagnosed asthma
allergy to any of the components of the medicine
any serious liver-related condition
known heart blocks
low blood pressure or slow heart rate
heart failure which has not been treated yet

Side effects of Embeta Xr 12.5 MG

Certain brain-related issues like atypical dreams, sleeplessness, loss of control on body movements, depression and problems in seeing
High doses of the medicine can cause drowsiness, fatigue, dizziness and diarrhoea in some cases
Stomach pain, shortness of breath and headache
Worsening of heart failure and excessively slow heart rate
Worsening of diabetes in some cases
Sexual dysfunction in some cases

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
In case if you have diabetes, please speak to your doctor, as taking metoprolol can change the way your body reacts to low blood sugar. You may not experience the usual signs of low blood sugar, like sweating, headache, hunger pangs and increase in heart rate
Tell your doctor about any allergic reactions, muscle weaknesses, heart problems you may have
Even if you have liver or kidney problems, or suffer from asthma and lung disorders, please speak to your doctor
If you have chest pain of any type or have been diagnosed with a heart conduction related issue, please inform the doctor
In all of the above conditions, the doctor may need to adjust the dose for you

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Mode of Action of Embeta Xr 12.5 MG

How Does It Work?
The composition of Embeta Xr 12.5mg Tab counters the action of stress hormones on the body. It can slow down the heart rate and relax the blood vessels, to reduce the pressure in them. Therefore, the heart need not work hard to pump the blood into the blood vessels.

Directions for Use of Embeta Xr 12.5 MG

Take the dosage of Embeta Xr 12.5mg Tab as your doctor has advised you to take it. Please follow their instructions strictly. Usually, the medicine is taken on an empty stomach, without any food. Ask the doctor if you have confusion.

Interactions of Embeta Xr 12.5 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Since metoprolol is known to interact with a list of molecules, keep your doctor informed if you are on any of the following medications. Your doctor will adjust the dose accordingly Medicines to treat fits (phenobarbital), antihistamine medication (diphenhydramine) or heart medication (amlodipine) Antidepressant (fluoxetine) and antipsychotic medicines are also included in this list Diclofenac to treat pain and fever as well as hydroxychloroquine to treat malaria can also interfere with this medication Medicines to treat fungal infection and retroviral infection (ritonavir) should also be informed about
Interactions with food items
apple
orange juice
grapefruit
Avoid eating these foods when your treatment is in process.
Other general Interactions
Enough information about the interaction of this medicine with other conditions is not available yet.

Storage and disposal of Embeta Xr 12.5 MG

Please store the medicine in the original packet as it protects the tablet from direct sunlight.
Make sure children do not have access to the medicine, as it is not meant for children.
Throw away the medicine if it has crossed the expiry date. You can find the expiry date on the package. It indicates the last date of the month.
While throwing away, do not dispose along with the household waste. Ask your pharmacist about the disposal.

Dosage of Embeta Xr 12.5 MG

Overdose
Lethargy
Breathing problem
Wheezing sound while breathing
Missing a heartbeat
Excessively slow heartbeats
Shakiness
Dizziness
Swelling in ankles, lower legs, hands and feet
Headache
Pale colour of the skin
Numbness or tingling sensation in the mouth
Sweating or confusion
Please report to the doctor immediately if you see any of these symptoms. As far as possible, do not overdose with this medicine as it can prove to be fatal.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed a dose, please take it as soon as you remember. If it happens to be time for your next scheduled dose, then continue with that. Please do not take double medication to compensate for the missed dose. It may cause an overdose.