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Lopressor
PATIENT INFORMATION
Patients should be advised to take Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate) regularly and continuously, as directed, with or immediately following meals. If a dose should be missed, the patient should take only the next scheduled dose (without doubling it). Patients should not discontinue Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate) without consulting the physician.
Patients should be advised (1) to avoid operating automobiles and machinery or engaging in other tasks requiring alertness until the patient's response to therapy with Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate) has been determined; (2) to contact the physician if any difficulty in breathing occurs; (3) to inform the physician or dentist before any type of surgery that he or she is taking Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate) .
Last reviewed on RxList: 5/9/2011
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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