Metvijx
Composition for Metvijx Products
Metvijx Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), ArrhythmiaProducts for Metvijx
Metvijx 50mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹54.38
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About Metvijx Products
Uses of Metvijx Products
Metoprolol Succinate is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Arrhythmia, heart attack and migraine.
Metvijx Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Metvijx are Dizziness, Slow heart rate, Rash, Diarrhea, Tiredness, Shortness of breath.
How Metvijx Products work
Metoprolol Succinate is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
In Depth Information for Metvijx Products
- Metvijx lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
- It may also be used to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease).
- Metvijx should be taken once a day regularly at the same time.
- Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
- Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine work better.
- Do not stop taking Metvijx 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 are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Patient Concerns about Metvijx Products
Frequently asked questions about Metvijx Products
Q. How long does Metvijx 50mg Tablet take to work?
The time taken by Metvijx 50mg Tablet to start working varies from person to person. Usually, Metvijx 50mg Tablet 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 Metvijx 50mg Tablet, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.
Q. Is taking Metvijx 50mg Tablet dangerous?
Metvijx 50mg Tablet 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.
Q. Does Metvijx 50mg Tablet help you sleep better?
Metvijx 50mg Tablet 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.
Q. Can I take alcohol after taking Metvijx 50mg Tablet?
No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Metvijx 50mg Tablet. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.
Q. Can Metvijx 50mg Tablet cause low blood potassium levels (hypokalemia)?
Yes, Metvijx 50mg Tablet may cause low blood potassium levels (hypokalemia).