Question 1

i was wondering if i could drink wine moderately while taking methimazole and metoprolol for hyperthyroidism?

Accepted Answer

Wine: A drink of wine from time to time is OK but please don't overdo it.

Question 2

is increase in hr during exertion  more than 110 during light walking activities normal for hyperthyroid symptoms even if you are taking metoprolol ?

Accepted Answer

Increase heart rate: Metoprolol may not be enough for you or you are making too much thyroid and it does not block enough.  Discuss with your team.  Go to uptodate.com and read more.

Question 3

can i take atenolol for hyperthyroidism symptoms? metoprolol made me feel bad?

Accepted Answer

: Atenolol is a beta-blocker in the same class as metaprolol so it may help with your symptoms. Perhaps your doctor would be willing to try it and monitor the results. Best of luck to you!

Question 4

why shouldn't someone with hyperthyroid take metoprolol?

Accepted Answer

Helpful: Beta blockers, such as metoprolol, are a part of the treatment of hyperthyroidism.  Beta blockers block the effects of increased thyroid hormone on the heart and circulation.  Once hyperthyroidism is controlled, then the beta blockers can typically be discontinued.

Question 5

i am taking methimazole and metoprolol to treat hyperthyroidism.  are there any otc drugs i should not take at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Hyperthyroidism: Hi. As long as your hyperthyroidism is treated, any OTC drugs should be OK. Once the methimazole dose is effectively adjusted to attain normal thyroid function, you'll be able to stop the metoprolol, and that will be even better. Good luck!

Question 6

i was prescribed two med lopressor (metoprolol tartrate) from a cardiolist and methimazole for hyperthyroidism. not taking them i have an appointment with a endorc. outcome?

Accepted Answer

Told to take meds: ...Is the likely outcome. That pair of meds is used when thyroid levels are high, making metabolism run high, with risk of heart attack, arrhythmia, stroke. Endocrinologist will likely concur with prescription and discourage you from not taking meds in future. Good luck.

Question 7

is 50 mg of metoprolol succ in the morning and 25 mg metoprolol succ at night - total of 75 a day too much for a 120 lb female for treatment of tachycardia from hyperthyroidism?

Accepted Answer

How to judge: If the dosing controls your tachycardia, and does not cause intolerable side effects, then your regimen is appropriately successful.  But get additional confirmation from the doctor who knows you best!

Question 8

is it normal to have high hr of 100-120 for light activities : walking , stairs while taking metoprolol. i am on 25 mg bid succinate. my resting hr is 70-90 . i take this because of hyperthyroidism. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Hyperthyroidism BB: Discuss with your team. Complicated.

Question 9

can methimazole for overactive thyroid and metoprolol tartrate cause irregular menstrual cycles? i had regular cycles before i started taking these medications?

Accepted Answer

Medication: I am not allowed to make a medical diagnosis and provide treatment since this forum is solely for educational purposes. However, if you are taking those meds for hyperthyroidism, the disease itself is known to causes irregular periods. Or it could be due to other medical reasons unrelated to thyroid disorder. Best thing to do: see an obgyn doctor about irregular menses. I hope this helps.

Question 10

which beta blocker has the least side effects for hyperthyroidism?

Accepted Answer

: Every one is different, Discuss with local Dr who knows you, Chinese metabolze differently and you did not tell us your ethnicity.

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A member asked:

I was wondering if i could drink wine moderately while taking methimazole and metoprolol for hyperthyroidism?

A member asked:

Is increase in hr during exertion more than 110 during light walking activities normal for hyperthyroid symptoms even if you are taking metoprolol ?

A member asked:

Can i take atenolol for hyperthyroidism symptoms? metoprolol made me feel bad?

A member asked:

Why shouldn't someone with hyperthyroid take metoprolol?

A member asked:

I am taking methimazole and metoprolol to treat hyperthyroidism. are there any otc drugs i should not take at the same time?

A member asked:

I was prescribed two med lopressor (metoprolol tartrate) from a cardiolist and methimazole for hyperthyroidism. not taking them i have an appointment with a endorc. outcome?

A member asked:

Is 50 mg of metoprolol succ in the morning and 25 mg metoprolol succ at night - total of 75 a day too much for a 120 lb female for treatment of tachycardia from hyperthyroidism?

A member asked:

Is it normal to have high hr of 100-120 for light activities : walking , stairs while taking metoprolol. i am on 25 mg bid succinate. my resting hr is 70-90 . i take this because of hyperthyroidism. should i be worried?

A member asked:

Can methimazole for overactive thyroid and metoprolol tartrate cause irregular menstrual cycles? i had regular cycles before i started taking these medications?

A member asked:

Which beta blocker has the least side effects for hyperthyroidism?

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