Take metoprolol exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in
larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow your doctor's
instructions.
Take metoprolol at the same time every day.
Toprol XL tablet can be divided in half if your doctor has told
you to do so. The half tablet should be swallowed whole, without chewing or crushing.
Chewing or crushing the pill could cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.
Do not skip doses or stop taking metoprolol without first talking to your doctor.
Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse.
To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood pressure will need to be
checked on a regular basis. It is important that you not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon that you are using metoprolol.
You may need to briefly stop using metoprolol before having surgery.
Metoprolol is only part of a complete program of treatment for hypertension that may also
include diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines
very closely if you are being treated for hypertension.
Hypertension often has no symptoms, so you may not even feel that you have high blood
pressure. Continue using this medicine as directed, even if you feel well. You may need to use
blood pressure medication for the rest of your life.
Store metoprolol at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If your next dose is less than 4 hours
away, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this
medicine.
Overdose symptoms may include uneven heartbeats, shortness of breath, bluish-colored
fingernails, dizziness, weakness, fainting, or seizure (convulsions).
What should I avoid while taking metoprolol?
Metoprolol can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be
careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
Avoid drinking alcohol, which could increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are
taking metoprolol.
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