Metvio 50mg Tablet CR
Product introduction
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (heart-related chest pain), and irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia). It also helps prevent migraines, future heart attacks, and strokes.
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency will depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine, and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not have symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may worsen.
The main side effects of Metvio 50mg Tablet CR are tiredness, headache, depression, diarrhea, rash, slow heart rate, feeling dizzy, and nausea. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects, your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Avoid drinking alcohol, as it may increase certain side effects.
Uses of Metvio Tablet CR
- Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
- Treatment of Arrhythmia
- Prevention of Migraine
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Benefits of Metvio Tablet CR
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR belongs to a group of medicines called long-acting beta-blockers. Metvio 50mg Tablet CR works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps it to beat with less force. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.
In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.
In Treatment of Arrhythmia
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR is used to stabilize heart rhythms (particularly atrial fibrillation). It helps in normalizing an abnormal heart rhythm, preventing it from occurring in the first place, or slowing down the heart rate during an episode.
In Prevention of Migraine
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR helps change electrical activity in the brain, reduce the flow of blood in your brain, and increase activity in a region of the brain associated with migraines. By preventing and reducing the frequency of migraine attacks, the medicine can help you carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life.
In Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR helps lower your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.
Side effects of Metvio Tablet CR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Metvio
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Breathlessness
- Headache
- Slow heart rate
- Nausea
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Depression
- Rash
- Diarrhea
How to use Metvio Tablet CR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Metvio 50mg Tablet CR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Metvio 50mg Tablet CR with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.
Avoid Metvio 50mg Tablet CR with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.
How Metvio Tablet CR works
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body. Metvio 50mg Tablet CR prevents migraines by blocking stress hormones, stabilizing blood vessels, and calming nerve activity. This reduces sudden blood flow changes and physical stress, lowering migraine frequency and severity.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metvio 50mg Tablet CR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Metvio 50mg Tablet CR is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Metvio 50mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Metvio Tablet CR?
If you miss a dose of Metvio 50mg Tablet CR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Metvio 50mg Tablet CR should be taken once a day regularly at the same time.
- Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
- It may also be used to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease).
- Lifestyle changes like a low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine work better.
- It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
- Do not stop taking Metvio 50mg Tablet CR suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alcohol & phenols
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Beta blocker- Cardioselective
Interaction with drugs
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FAQs
How long does Metvio 50mg Tablet CR take to work?
The time taken by Metvio 50mg Tablet CR to start working varies from person to person. Usually, Metvio 50mg Tablet CR starts working within 15 minutes. However, in some patients, it may take up to 2 hours to start working. It starts acting slowly, and the maximum or full effect is usually experienced within 1 week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Metvio 50mg Tablet CR, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.
Is taking Metvio 50mg Tablet CR dangerous?
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR is usually safe when taken as per the doctor’s prescription. This medicine exhibits dangerous effects if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and can even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So, do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.
Does Metvio 50mg Tablet CR help you sleep better?
Metvio 50mg Tablet CR belongs to the beta-blockers class of medicine. Though their effect on sleep varies from person to person, it has been found that these medicines are known to alter the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in a few patients. On the other hand, it has also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Do consult your doctor in case you have any sleep disturbances.
Can I take alcohol after taking Metvio 50mg Tablet CR?
No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Metvio 50mg Tablet CR. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.
Can Metvio 50mg Tablet CR cause low blood potassium levels (hypokalemia)?
Yes, Metvio 50mg Tablet CR may cause low blood potassium levels (hypokalemia).
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