Metoprolol Succinate + Chlorthalidone: View Uses, Side Effects and Medicines

Metoprolol Succinate + Chlorthalidone

INFORMATION ABOUT METOPROLOL SUCCINATE + CHLORTHALIDONE

Metoprolol Succinate + Chlorthalidone Uses

Metoprolol Succinate+Chlorthalidone is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).

How Metoprolol Succinate + Chlorthalidone works

Metoprolol Succinate + Chlorthalidone is a combination of two blood-pressure lowering medicines: Metoprolol Succinate and Chlorthalidone. Metoprolol Succinate is a beta blocker which works specifically on the heart to reduce heart rate and make the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Common side effects of Metoprolol Succinate + Chlorthalidone

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

Nausea, Constipation, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Headache, Dizziness, Slow heart rate, Increased blood uric acid, Decreased potassium level in blood, Glucose intolerance, Altered blood lipid level, Cold extremities, Decreased magnesium level in blood, Increased calcium level in blood

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13 Mar 2020 | 07:53 AM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Metoprolol Succinate + Chlorthalidone

CTD-M

₹124 to ₹159

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

3 variant(s)

Vinicor-D

₹124 to ₹144

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

2 variant(s)

Revelol-CH

₹124 to ₹144

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Metoprolol Succinate + Chlorthalidone

It is a combination of two blood pressure lowering medications used for the treatment of high blood pressure.
It can be taken with or without food.
Do not stop taking Metoprolol Succinate + Chlorthalidone suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
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're diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Metoprolol Succinate + Chlorthalidone may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.