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Toprol XL Drug Center
Pharmacy Editor: Eni Williams, PharmD, PhD
Toprol XL (metoprolol) is a medication that belongs to the drug class called beta blockers. Toprol XL is available as a generic drug, and is prescribed for treating high blood pressure, heart pain, abnormal rhythms of the heart, and some neurologic conditions. Common side effects of Toprol XL include abdominal cramps, diarrhea, constipation, fatigue, insomnia, nausea, depression, impotence, lightheadedness, slow heart rate, low blood pressure, cold extremities, and shortness, of breath or wheezing.
Toprol XL usual adult dose is 100-450 mg daily in single or divided doses. Drug interactions include calcium channel blockers (for example, verapamil [Isoptin]) and digoxin (Lanoxin). There are no adequate studies of Toprol XL in pregnant women and is secreted in human breast milk.
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The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
Toprol XL Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Hypertension
TOPROL-XL (metoprolol succinate) is indicated for the treatment of hypertension. It may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].
Angina Pectoris
TOPROL-XL (metoprolol succinate) is indicated in the long-term treatment of angina pectoris, to reduce angina attacks and to improve exercise tolerance.
Heart Failure
TOPROL-XL (metoprolol succinate) is indicated for the treatment of stable, symptomatic (NYHA Class II or III) heart failure of ischemic, hypertensive, or ca...
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What is Toprol XL Prescribing Information?
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What is Patient information?
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Toprol XL Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- slow or uneven heartbeats;
- feeling light-headed, fainting;
- feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion;
- swelling of your ankles or feet;
- nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
- depression; ...
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Toprol XL Consumer Information: Uses
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.
This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved US professional labeling for the drug but that may be pres...
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