Lopressor

Active Ingredient(s): Metoprolol
FDA Approved: * August 7, 1978
Pharm Company: * NOVARTIS
Category: Blood Pressure

Metoprolol, sold under the brand name Lopressor, among others, is a selective β1 receptor blocker medication.[3] It is used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain due to poor blood flow to the heart, and a number of conditions involving an abnormally fast heart rate.[3] By working on the beta-1 receptor of the cardiac muscle cells, it yields both a chronotropic and inotropic effect. It is also used to prevent further heart problems after myocardial infa... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.
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Dosage List

Lopressor 5 mg/5ml Intravenous Injection, Solution
NDC: 0078-0400
Labeler:
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
Lopressor 50 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 0078-0458
Labeler:
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
Lopressor 100 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 0078-0459
Labeler:
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
Lopressor 50 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 30698-458
Labeler:
Validus Pharmaceuticals LLC
Lopressor 100 mg Oral Tablet
NDC: 30698-459
Labeler:
Validus Pharmaceuticals LLC

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