Revelol XL 50 Tablet (Metoprolol Succinate 47.50mg)

Medical Description

Revelol Xl Tablet contains Metoprolol as main ingredient. It is an “Anti-hypertensive” medicine used to lower the raised blood pressure and various other heart-related conditions such as angina (chest pain), heart failure, thus preventing further complications. Revelol Xl Tablet belongs to a “Selective beta-blocker” class of medicine, having action specific to the heart muscles. It acts by relaxing the blood vessels thereby reducing the load on the heart and decreasing the blood pressure. Do not abruptly stop taking this medicine. Revelol Xl Tablet should not be used in children below 18 years of age. You may experience dizziness, headache, difficulty in breathing while on this medicine. If these symptoms worsen or do not resolve reach out to the doctor immediately.

Uses of Revelol Xl 50 MG

Revelol Xl Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure mainly, along with certain heart conditions such as angina (chest pain), and heart failure.
Decreased blood pressure helps prevent other conditions like kidney problems, stroke, heart attack and migraine.

Contraindications of Revelol Xl 50 MG

If you are allergic to Metoprolol or any other ingredient of Revelol Xl Tablet
If you have any heart condition such as heart block, uncontrolled heart failure.
If you have asthma or any lung condition
If you have low blood pressure, diabetes
If you have renal or liver disease
If you have an electrolyte imbalance, acid-base imbalance
If you have decreased heart rate
If you are on medication like verapamil, diltiazem, disopyramide (heart medicine)

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Side effects of Revelol Xl 50 MG

Dizziness
Headache
Decreased heart rate
Difficulty in breathing
A sudden drop in blood pressure when you stand from a seated or lying down position (orthostatic hypotension)
Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Tiredness

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You experience any allergic reaction.
You had any side effect after taking Revelol Xl Tablet.
You have any medical conditions such as diabetes, heart condition, liver or kidney disease.
You have respiratory conditions like asthma, obstructive lungs disease (COPD).
Revelol Xl Tablet should not be used in children below 18 years of age.

Mode of Action of Revelol Xl 50 MG

How Does It Work?
Revelol Xl Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels, thus slowing down the heart rate. By doing this, it reduces the workload on the heart of pumping the blood effectively.

Directions for Use of Revelol Xl 50 MG

Revelol Xl Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Take it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Interactions of Revelol Xl 50 MG

Interactions with other medicines
The effect of medications used to treat diabetes such as insulin may be increased with Revelol Xl Tablet.
Medicine used to treat heart failure like digoxin may alter the effect.
Medicine used to treat heart conditions such as verapamil, diltiazem, nifedipine can cause decreased heart rate, low blood pressure when used along with this medicine.
Pain-killer medicines like diclofenac, indometacin may decrease the effect of Revelol Xl Tablet.
Rifampicin (anti-tubercular) may decrease the effect of Revelol Xl Tablet, whereas paroxetine, fluoxetine, sertraline (mood elevator), cimetidine (acid-lowering), hydralazine (anti-allergic), lidocaine (anesthetic) may increase the effect of this medicine.
Concurrent use of hormonal pills such as oestrogen, decreases the anti-hypertensive action of this medicine.
Concurrent use of certain medicines such as aldesleukin (skin cancer), alprostadil (erectile dysfunction), clonazepam, diazepine (mood and sleep) increases the effect of Revelol Xl Tablet.
Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.

Storage and disposal of Revelol Xl 50 MG

Store below 25°C. Protect from light and moisture.
Keep it out of the reach and sight of children and pets.

Dosage of Revelol Xl 50 MG

Overdose
Excess of Revelol Xl Tablet may cause decreased heart rate, low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, heart failure, decreases blood sugar and oxygen levels, altered electrolyte levels and coma. If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
Take a dose as soon as you remember you have missed a dose. However, if you are close to the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Try to follow the Revelol Xl Tablet dosage regimen regularly. Do not take extra doses of the medicine to make up for the missed dose.