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Metolar Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Metolar Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Metolar Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Metolar Injection include Slow heart rate (pulse). Some other side effects of Metolar Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Metolar Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Metolar Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Metolar Injection related warnings talks about Metolar Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Metolar Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Metolar Injection in conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate). Some other conditions that can be affected by Metolar Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Metolar Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Metolar Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Metolar Injection 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
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Is the use of Metolar Injection safe for pregnant women?
Metolar shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Metolar Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Metolar as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Metolar Injection on the Kidneys?
Metolar is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Metolar Injection on the Liver?
Side effects of Metolar rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Metolar Injection on the Heart?
Metolar has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metolar Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metolar Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Metolar Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Metolar Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Metolar Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Metolar Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Metolar Injection
Some foods when eaten with Metolar Injection can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metolar Injection
Consuming Metolar Injection with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Metolar can cause weight gain. It is a common side effect of this drug, especially in the older patients. However, if you feel excess gain of weight after taking this medicine, please inform your doctor.
Yes, Metolar can be taken with lisinopril, no clinical meaningful interaction have been reported between these two medicines. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction occurs between them. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medications at the same time.
The use of Metolar is not safe for people who are having or have a history of heart diseases, blood circulation problems, slow heartbeats, or are allergic to beta blockers. They are advised to inform their doctors and take it only when prescribed.
Metolar works by inhibiting the functioning of certain natural chemicals in the body like epinephrine, which in turn leads to the widening of the blood vessels. This abolishes heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
It is recommended to avoid taking Metolar with ibuprofen because of the concurrent use of these two medicines can reduce the antihypertensive activity of Metolar. It also decreases the renal blood flow. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
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