Metoprolol Succinate + Hydrochlorothiazide

INFORMATION ABOUT METOPROLOL SUCCINATE + HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE

Metoprolol Succinate + Hydrochlorothiazide Uses

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

How Metoprolol Succinate + Hydrochlorothiazide works

Metoprolol Succinate + Hydrochlorothiazide is a combination of two blood-pressure lowering medicines: Metoprolol Succinate and Hydrochlorothiazide. 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. Hydrochlorothiazide 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 + Hydrochlorothiazide

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

Fatigue, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

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14 Jun 2022 | 12:02 PM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Metoprolol Succinate + Hydrochlorothiazide

Metpure-H

₹185 to ₹248

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

2 variant(s)

Metocard H

₹50 to ₹147

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

2 variant(s)

Embeta HT

₹109 to ₹139

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Goldline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Metoprolol Succinate + Hydrochlorothiazide

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 + Hydrochlorothiazide 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 + Hydrochlorothiazide may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.