Is It Safe To Take Metoprolol Succinate

I could not sleep the last two nights and wonder if there is a sleep aid safe to take with the metoprolol er succinate that I have been taking in the morning and evening, 25 mg pills. Been taking these b/p pills for months now. ## Hello, Peg! How are you? The main problem with them is that most sleep aids, such as Tylenol PM, Unisom and etc. use antihistamines, which may not always be safe for someone that has high blood pressure, because they can cause further elevations, according to the FDA. Thus, you should not take them, unless your doctor specifies that it is safe for you to do so. There may also be an issue if someone is overweight, since they may cause more weight gain. I have high blood pressure, as well, and suffered full congestive heart failure several years ago, and given t...

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I would like to know why I have this drug metoprolol succinate ER 25 if it was recalled. Is it now considerred safe? Has the lawsuit been heard yet? I want off of this stuff and am so ticked that my doctor not only put me on it but never explained any symtoms, or how it should be taken. Where does responsibility begin with a Doctor today? ## A doctor is not a pharmacist and does not have the same schooling. Most doctors prescribe medications according to safety and efficacy, they usually know very little about the side effects or any other information on it. That said, the recall ONLY affected tablets manufactured by one company, not ALL! Since it is a generic medication, it is made by several different companies. As to how to take it, you should follow the instructions provided by your...

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i've taken metoprolol er succinate 50 mg tabs( round white tablet side 1 logo 831) for five days for heartbeat and am having side effects. Is it safe to stop taking after only five days? ## What type of side effects? If you've only been taking it for 5 days, it is completely normal to experience side effects and it may take some time for them to taper off as your body gets used to the medication. Learn more Metoprolol details here. Have you talked to your doctor about it? ## I have been taking metropolol succinate er 50mg for 2 weeks for atrial flutter and afib, my bp has gone high since taking this med. I was taking amlodipine before he put me on metoprolol. My other bp medicine is diovan 320mg and lasix 10 mg. Also cumadin 400mg daily. I'v had mitral valve replacement 4yrs...

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I have white coat and anxiety. My doctor has had me on Metoprolol 100mg succinate once a day and just switched me to 100mg tartrate twice a day since my BP was high in his office. Is this dangerous or the dosage too high? Seems like a high dosage. ## Hello, Kera! How are you? What are your bp levels at other times? If it's really only high, when you're in the doctor's office, a medication isn't necessary. Even an ER won't treat for that, they will only do so if levels are dangerously elevated. As to the medication, it is actually safe in doses up to 450mgs a day. ## I take Lisinopril 10 mg a day and Metoprolol 100 mg at night. My blood pressure is still elevated around 150s/90s. My cardiologist has told me to double the Metoprolol to 100 mg a day. That seems like a l...

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Take metoprolol succinate er at night and chest pressure starts after should I stop it ## Hello, Moye! How are you? What exactly are you describing as chest pressure? I'm sorry, but I need more details, in order to be able to advise you. The FDA classifies Metoprolol as a beta blocker that is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, dry cough, increased urination and hypotension. ## I have a question I have been on metoprolol 25 mg daily for a fib a tach plus clonazepam .... my doctor would like to start 25 mg of atenenol in the afternoon due to i have high bloodpressure Are these safe to combine 2 beta blockers

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I take 25mg of metoprolol tartrate twice a day. I had already taken my usual dose in the am but for my evening dose accidentally took a double dose. Should I be worried? ## Hello, Glostixx! How are you? Did you suffer any adverse effects? That's not a dangerous dose to take, unless your blood pressure and heart rate is already low. But it could cause you to experience more side effects than normal, which the FDA lists as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. It would be best to inform your doctor to be safe. ## I usually take 100 mg of Metoprolol succinate twice a day; 1 in the morning and one in the evening... I was on the phone and got sidetracked and forgot I had taken one and then took another. Is this dangerous? ## I think I may have taken two 50 mg m...

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white round tablet with 368 on one side ## Yes, the tablet which you are describing - white, round, imprint code 368 is 100 mg Metoprolol Succinate extended release, used for treating hypertension and other cardiovascular related conditions. To read more about this medication, please see: Do you have any other questions or information to add? Please post back if you do... ## is it ok to take viagra with wetopolol succer tapar ? ## Viagra does not list Metoprolol Succinate as an interacting medication, however there are several factors in which an individual should not take it. One should avoid Viagra if they have cardiovascular disease, liver disease, renal dysfunction, priapism, or retinitis pigmentosa. It is always best to play it safe, so when in doubt double check with your physicia...

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Does cutting metoprolol er 100 in half at the score have any effect on the extended release? ## To my understanding, cutting an extended release pill in half does have an effect on its time-release properties. I honestly don't know if this only pertains to "capsules" rather than "tablets", since they are different forms in and of themselves. Often times the score line does indicate that the pill can be divided in half, but unless your doctor gives you the ok, I would suggest playing it safe in either case. You may even want to talk to your doctor about lowering your dosage to 50mg Metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets. This way you can always take another dose without worrying about messing up the time-release properties. I hope this helps! Does anyone else k...

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I have been taking bupropion hcl 150 mg and my Dr has prescribed metoprolol succ er 50 mg is there a chance of interaction? ## Based on my research there are potentially unsafe drug interactions that apply to Metoprolol Succinate ER (metoprolol) and Bupropion. Quoted below are the precautions you should be aware of: "Bupropion may increase the blood levels and effects of Metoprolol. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Contact your doctor if you experience increased side effects or your condition changes. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor." I hope this info helps to answer ...

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Metoprolol succer. 50 mg, m50. Round white tab, is it safe ## Hello, Cheryl! How are you? This tablet is approved for safety and efficacy by the U.S. FDA. Metoprolol is a beta blocker that's most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, hypotension and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I was taking betacard 25 mg for the past 10 years as i have been facing bp problem. Few months back i had bp jump up 150+ pulse100+,loss of appetite so i was advised to seek a nepherolist he recommeded me atenol 50 mg for 1 month now he again changes it to metoprolol succinate 25mg. Arey they same even with different mg

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My Dr. recently changed me from Benicar hct 40-25 to Valsartan (?mg). Comparisons seem to be the same mostly, however, I also take Potassium Chloride 20... Can I still combine the medication? I take it in the a.m. I also take Metoprolol succinate 75mg in the evening. Is this ok to combine with the other medications mentioned above? ## It is always best to follow your doctor's instructions, multiple medications are often prescribed to help lower high blood pressure as fast, and as safely as possible. The FDA warns that you may experience more severe side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Have you been told to stop the Benicar? You said your doctor intended to change you from one to the other, so it would best to take only what your do...

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