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How long does it take toprol (metoprolol) to get out of your system?

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Half life: It is usually thought that 4 half lives are enough time for a drug to be completely "gone". Toprol's half life is 3-7 hours. Thus 12-28 hours.

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Answered 11/20/2016

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