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Metolar XT 25 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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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 |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Metolar XT 25 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Metolar XT has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Metolar XT without medical advice.
Is the use of Metolar XT 25 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Metolar XT on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Metolar XT 25 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Metolar XT on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metolar XT 25 Tablet on the Liver?
Metolar XT is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Metolar XT 25 Tablet on the Heart?
Metolar XT may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metolar XT 25 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metolar XT 25 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Metolar XT 25 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Metolar XT 25 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Metolar XT 25 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Metolar XT 25 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Metolar XT 25 Tablet
Metolar XT 25 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metolar XT 25 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Metolar XT 25 Tablet can be dangerous.
Metolar XT 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).
Yes, Metolar XT 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 XT can affect fertility. As per clinical studies, fertility defect was found in animal models, human clinical trial on fertility is still pending. You should take precaution while taking medicine during pregnancy. However, it is best to inform the doctor before taking these two medicines together.
The use of Metolar XT 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.
It is recommended to avoid taking Metolar XT with ibuprofen because of the concurrent use of these two medicines can reduce the antihypertensive activity of Metolar XT. It also decreases the renal blood flow. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
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