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What is the benefit of taking metoprolol for hbp and fast heart rate at night or in the morning?

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Dr. Rakesh Lattupalli answered

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Twice a day: Metoprolol may be taken twice a day unless it is an long acting form.

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Answered 11/19/2012

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