Revelol XL 100 Tablet (Metoprolol Succinate 95mg)

Description

Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL 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). Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL 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). Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL works by reducing the rate and force of the contractions of your heart. Thus it decreases high blood pressure.

Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL 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 Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL if you are allergic to it.

Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL should 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.

Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL 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 Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL
Betaone Xl 100 MG Tablet XL
Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd.
Met Xl 100 MG Tablet XL
Ajanta Pharma Ltd.
Seloken 100 MG Tablet XL
Astra Zeneca Pharma India Ltd.
Starpress-Xl 100 MG Tablet XL
Lupin Ltd.
Vinicor Xl 100 MG Tablet XL
Ipca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL
Blurred vision
Dizziness
Shortness of breath
Nausea or vomiting
Cough
Fever and chills
Low blood pressure
Dark urine
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Yellow eyes and skin
Headache

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Uses of Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL

What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
Hypertension is a condition in which your blood pressure is very high. Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL 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. Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL causes blood vessels to relax resulting in an improved blood flow to your heart and treats Angina.
Cardiac arrhythmias
Cardiac arrhythmia is a condition where your heartbeats are irregular. Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL 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.

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL 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.
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. Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL is not recommended to treat second or third-degree heart block that requires emergency attention.
Bradycardia
Bradycardia or slow heart rate occurs when your heart beats less than 60 times per minute. Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL is not recommended to treat a slow heart rate.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL 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 Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL with caution if you are planning to undergo major surgery.
Sports
Athletes are advised not to indulge in certain sports while using Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL. 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
Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL may cause dizziness and fatigue in some people. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines after taking this medicine.
Use in children
Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL 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 Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL. If you forget to take a dose of Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL, 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 Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL, seek immediate medical attention.

Interactions

General Instructions
Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL is used to treat high blood pressure and heart problems. Take Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL with food or immediately after food.

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL 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.

Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL may cause dizziness. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine.

Do not break or crush Revelol Xl 100 MG Tablet XL in your mouth.