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Lopressor
This
medicine 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. Controlling
high blood pressure helps
prevent strokes, heart
attacks, and kidney problems.
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Lopressor Information
Generic Lopressor Name: E: METOPROLOL (me-TOE-proe-lole)
Common Lopressor Uses: This medicine 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. Controlling high blood pressure
helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney
problems. This medicine may also be used to treat
other conditions as determined by your doctor.
How to use Lopressor: Follow the directions for
using this medicine provided by your doctor. Take
this medicine either always with food or always on
an empty stomach at the same time(s) each day. STORE
THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat
and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take
it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for
your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to
your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at
once.
Lopressor
Cautions: DO NOT STOP TAKING THIS MEDICINE without
checking with your doctor. BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY
MEDICAL OR DENTAL TREATMENTS, EMERGENCY CARE, OR
SURGERY, tell the doctor or dentist that you are
using this medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE
drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive, operate
machinery, or do anything else that could be
dangerous until you know how you react to this
medicine. BEFORE TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either
prescription or over-the-counter, check with your
doctor or pharmacist. This includes any medicines
used to treat colds or congestion. IF YOUR DOCTOR
HAS INSTRUCTED YOU TO CHECK your blood pressure and
heart rate regularly, be sure to do so. FOR WOMEN:
IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your
doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine
during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN
BREAST MILK. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING
while you are using this medicine, check with your
doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your
baby. FOR PATIENTS WITH DIABETES MELLITUS: this
medicine may mask signs of low blood sugar such as a
rapid heartbeat. Check blood glucose levels
regularly.
Possible Lopressor Side Effects: SIDE EFFECTS
of Lopressor, that may go
away during treatment, include mild drowsiness;
lightheadedness or dizziness; or unusual tiredness
or weakness. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS
SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience difficulty
breathing. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
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