Metolar XR 12.5 Capsule (Metoprolol Succinate 11.8mg)

Description

Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule is a heart medicine that contains Metoprolol. It is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), angina pectoris (chest pain caused when your heart muscle does not get enough oxygen-rich blood), and arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat). Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule helps in preventing heart attack (a blockage of blood flow to the heart muscle) and stroke (damage to the brain from interruption of its blood supply). Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule works by reducing the rate and force of the contractions of your heart. Thus it decreases high blood pressure.

Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule may cause side effects like headache, breathing difficulty, low blood pressure, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist for a longer time. This medicine may also cause dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine. Do not take Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule if you are allergic to it.

Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule can be taken with food or immediately after food. For the ease of remembering, take this medicine around the same time every day. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule may interact with other medicines. Hence, inform your doctor about your complete medical history including medical conditions if any. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding before taking Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule
Cardibeta 12.5 MG Capsule
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Shortness of breath
Nausea or vomiting
Dark urine
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Yellow eyes and skin
Headache
Low blood pressure
Tiredness

Uses of Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule

What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
Hypertension is a condition in which your blood pressure is very high. Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule reduces your blood pressure by widening the blood vessels and improves the heart rate.
Angina Pectoris
Angina pectoris is chest pain or discomfort due to reduced blood flow to your heart. It occurs when the blood vessels are narrowed or blocked. Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule causes blood vessels to relax resulting in an improved blood flow to your heart and treating Angina.
Cardiac arrhythmias
Cardiac arrhythmia is a condition where your heartbeats are irregular. Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule slows down the activity of your heart allowing your heart to beat slower and less forcefully. Therefore it is used to treat heart rhythm problems.
Migraine prevention
Migraine is a throbbing headache that mainly affects one side of your head in varying intensities, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule is used to prevent and relieve symptoms of migraine headaches.

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When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Bradycardia
Bradycardia or slow heart rate occurs when your heart beats less than 60 times per minute. Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule is not recommended to treat a slow heart rate.
Second or third-degree heart block
Heart block is a condition that occurs when the signals that control your heart are slowed down. Heart block is of three stages named as first, second, or third-degree. First-degree heart block is the least severe, second-degree heart block is severe and can often progress to third-degree heart block, the most severe form. Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule is not recommended to treat second or third-degree heart block that requires emergency attention.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. It passes into breast milk in very low levels that are not expected to cause any side effects in breastfed infants. However, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Major surgery
Use Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule with caution if you are planning to undergo major surgery.
Sports
Athletes are advised not to indulge in certain sports while using Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule. Archery, racing, shooting, and other high-risk sports should be avoided. If you are actively involved in sports, you are advised to refer to the list of medicines published by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) that are not to be taken while participating in certain sports events.
Driving or operating machines
Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule may cause dizziness and fatigue in some people. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines after taking this medicine.
Use in children
Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age since the safety and efficacy of its use are not clinically established.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Do not skip any dose of Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule. If you forget to take a dose of Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule, seek immediate medical attention.

General Instructions

Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule is used to treat high blood pressure and heart problems. Take Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule with food or immediately after food.

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule at around the same time daily.

Appropriate lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise, and smoking cessation should be done along with this medicine to get the best possible effect.

Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule may cause dizziness. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine.

Do not break or crush Metolar 12.5 MG Capsule in your mouth.