Metolar XR 12.5 Capsule

How to use Metolar XR 12.5 Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Metolar XR 12.5 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Metolar XR 12.5 Capsule with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

How Medicine Works

Metolar XR 12.5 Capsule is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

Expert Advice

• Metolar XR 12.5 Capsule lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
• Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
• It may also be used to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease).
• It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
• It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
• Do not stop taking Metolar XR 12.5 Capsule suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is the difference between Metoprolol Succinate And Metoprolol Tartrate?

Metoprolol succinate is an extended-release form of metoprolol. This means it is released into your body slowly and only needs to be taken once a day. While metoprolol tartarate is available as an immediate-release tablet. It doesn’t stay in your body as long as metoprolol succinate does.

Q. Will the use of Metolar affect my fertility?

Metolar is not know to affect fertility in males or females. However, talk to your doctor if you are facing fertility issues while taking this medicine.

Q. When will I feel better after taking Metolar?

You may not feel any difference after taking Metolar, if you are taking it for high blood pressure. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits. If you are taking Metolar for angina or heart failure, it may take several weeks or months to make you feel better.

Q. Can I take Metolar with vitamins?

Metolar can be taken with vitamins. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Metolar with grapefruit juice?

It is fine to take grapefruit juice with Metolar. There are no known interactions between them.

Q. Does Metolar cause weight gain?

Metolar can cause weight gain, although very rarely. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain with Metolar as it this could be due to some underlying condition that needs attention.

Q. Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?

You can eat and drink normally while taking Metolar. However, making lifestyle changes like stop smoking, eating healthy food and exercising regularly can further give a boost to your health.

Q. Do I need to avoid playing sports while taking Metolar?

You can continue playing sports while taking Metolar. Exercising regularly can help you in controlling your blood pressure. However, do not over do it or push yourself too hard while exercising or playing sports.Show moreShow less