Meton 25mg Tablet ER
Manufacturer
Necon Pharmaceutical
Salt Composition
Metoprolol Succinate (25mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Meton 25mg Tablet ER is a beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure, angina, and irregular heart rhythms. It also helps prevent migraines, future heart attacks, and stroke.
Dosage Form
Tablet ER
Introduction
Meton 25mg Tablet ER belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (heart-related chest pain), and irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia). It also helps to prevent migraines, future heart attacks, and stroke.
Directions for Use
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. Meton 25mg Tablet ER may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Meton 25mg Tablet ER with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds, dark chocolate, butter and meat.
How it works
Meton 25mg Tablet ER 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.
Quick Tips
Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack. Meton 25mg Tablet ER should be taken once a day regularly at the same time. 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). Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine work better.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Meton 25mg Tablet ER take to work?
The time it takes for Meton 25mg Tablet ER to start working varies from person to person. Usually, it begins to show effect within 15 minutes. However, in some patients, it may take up to 2 hours. It begins working slowly and the full effect is usually observed within a week. If you don't experience any difference after taking Meton 25mg Tablet ER for a period of time, do not panic. The medicine's beneficial effects are realized when taken for an extended period.
Is taking Meton 25mg Tablet ER dangerous?
Meton 25mg Tablet ER is generally safe when taken as prescribed by a doctor. However, stopping the medication abruptly can cause a sudden increase in heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for patients with heart failure and even lead to a heart attack in some cases. Therefore, do not discontinue the medicine suddenly, and take it only for the prescribed duration.
Does Meton 25mg Tablet ER help you sleep better?
Meton 25mg Tablet ER belongs to the beta-blockers class of medication. While its effect on sleep varies from person to person, these medications are known to alter the sleep pattern and disrupt sleep in some individuals. However, they have also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Consult your doctor if you experience any sleep difficulties.
Can I drink alcohol after taking Meton 25mg Tablet ER?
No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Meton 25mg Tablet ER. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.
