Question 1

what are the long term side effects of taking 25mg metoprolol every day?

Accepted Answer

Minimum: The biggest consequence is the need to stop it slowly. As a beta blocker it slows your heart rate. If you stop it cold turkey it can cause rapid heart rate and anxiety.

Question 2

typically, between propranolol & toprol (metoprolol) which is safer & has less long term side effects?

Accepted Answer

Toprol (metoprolol) but: Propanalol may be the preferable drug for certain diagnoses. U r md knows, please check with him.

Question 3

what are common side effects of metoprolol?

Accepted Answer

Fatigue: Most common side effect is fatigue.  It is a blood pressure medicine, so if it is too strong a dose for you, it can cause low blood pressure.  This may make ou feel dizzy, tired, or fainty.  It typically slows the heart rate, so an excessively slow heart rate may result.  It can cause erectile dysfunction in men.  It may cause unusual dreams or depression.

Question 4

what are the side effects of metoprolol succ er in adult males?

Accepted Answer

Metoprolol: Metoprolol  which is marketed  under several names is a beta blocker which helps keep the heart rate regular.  The side effects include slow heart rate or bradycardia and hypotension or low blood pressure.  In men these meds have been associated with sexual dysfunction or erectile dysfunction, although so is heart disease and hypertension.

Question 5

toprol (metoprolol) and the side effects?

Accepted Answer

Possible side effect: Possible side effects of beta-blockers include: sexual dysfunction in males, HDL reduction, increased triglycerides, bronchoconstriction if non-selective beta-blocker leading to shortness of breath, bradycardia, hypotension, heart block, fatigue, and dizziness.  However, don't forget that most people do fine, or have a brief adjustment period then are fine. Talk w/ ur doc to see if benefits>risks.

Question 6

what are the side effects of coming off metoprolol?

Accepted Answer

Increased heart: Rate & bp.

Question 7

does toprol (metoprolol)  have unwanted side effects?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: All meds (& supplements) have possibility of side effects. Poss side effects of toprol (metoprolol) include: sexual dysfunction, increased triglycerides, bronchoconstriction, bradycardia, hypotension, heart block, fatigue, & dizziness. However, don't forget that most people do fine, or have a brief adjustment period then are fine. Talk w/ ur doctor about whether the potential benefits outweigh potential risks.

Question 8

could metoprolol give me side effects 2 months after bring prescribed to it?

Accepted Answer

Varies per person: The way each person responds to medication varies, but yes it is possible to get side effects after being on the medication for months. Usually we would hope that your body will adjust and that the side effects will decrease. Did your doctor increase your dose? Are you taking it consistently? If the side effects are bothersome, please see your doctor.

Question 9

is it common to experience intolerable side effects while taking metoprolol? what are the alternatives?

Accepted Answer

Metoprolol: Any drug can have side effects. Discuss with your doctor, there are likely alternative drugs for the condition the metoprolol was prescribed for you. Doc can also evaluate if its really the metoprolol causing the effects.

Question 10

i have forgot to take my metoprolol now for about a week. would i have had side effects from just not taking it? and if so what would they have been?

Accepted Answer

Increased HR & BP: Increased hr & BP would be the expected effects with discontinuation.

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