What is Metoprolol?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: MetoprololBrand:
Metoprolol is a beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure and angina pectoris (chest pain). It is also used after a heart attack to improve survival, to treat ventricular and atrial arrhythmia, for the prevention of migraine, essential tremor, and aggressive behavior.
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How do members experience Metoprolol?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| High blood pressure (hypertension) | 1,023 | 139 | |
| Atrial fibrillation | 411 | 49 | |
| Elevated blood pressure | 349 | 92 | |
| Tachycardia (fast heart rate) | 92 | 31 | |
| Cardiomyopathy | 79 | 20 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Fatigue | 17 | |
| Dizziness | 7 | |
| Low blood pressure | 7 | |
| Heart rate low (bradycardia) | 5 | |
| Hypotension | 5 | |
| Shortness of breath (dyspnea) | 5 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 38 | |
| Moderate | 37 | |
| Mild | 62 | |
| None | 236 |
Member evaluations
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Farmami
evaluated on Mar 19, 2018
- Perceived effectiveness for atrial fibrillation: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
moni1red
evaluated on Jul 01, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for high blood pressure (hypertension): Can't tell
- Side effects: None
proskairos
evaluated on Jun 24, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for beta blocker (internal carotid artery dissection): Moderate
- Side effects: None
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