What is Metoprolol?
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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) | 1,025 | 141 | |
| Atrial fibrillation | 411 | 49 | |
| Elevated blood pressure | 349 | 92 | |
| Tachycardia (fast heart rate) | 93 | 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 | 238 |
Member evaluations
dresbaby
evaluated on Dec 05, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for elevated blood pressure: Major
- Side effects: None
lsummerl
evaluated on Nov 01, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for tachycardia (fast heart rate): Major
- Side effects: Moderate
misswomanic
evaluated on Jul 01, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for tachycardia (fast heart rate): Major
- Side effects: Severe
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