Metar is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metar is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Metar safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Metar. If you are pregnant, do not take Metar without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Metar safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Metar as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Metar on the Kidneys?
Metar does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metar on the Liver?
Metar has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Metar on the Heart?
Metar is rarely harmful for the heart.
Metar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metar habit forming or addictive?
Metar is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Metar you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Metar is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Metar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Metar
Metar may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metar
Taking Metar with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Metar is mainly used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Treating high blood pressure helps in reducing the complications of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney damages. It is also used to treat chest pain (angina).
Take Metar as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, Metar can increase the blood sugar level. If you experience elevated levels of blood sugar after taking this medicine then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
It is recommended to avoid taking Metar with aspirin, because of the concurrent use of these two medicines which can reduce the antihypertensive activity of Metar. It also decreases the renal blood flow. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Metar causes a cough. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience a severe cough after taking this medicine then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 148-149
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