Vivalol
Composition for Vivalol Products
Vivalol Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), ArrhythmiaProducts for Vivalol
Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER
strip of 10 tablet er
MRP₹92.81
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About Vivalol Products
Uses of Vivalol Products
Metoprolol Succinate is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Arrhythmia, heart attack and migraine.
Vivalol Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Vivalol are Dizziness, Slow heart rate, Rash, Diarrhea, Tiredness, Shortness of breath.
How Vivalol 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 Vivalol Products
- Vivalol 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).
- Vivalol 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 Vivalol 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 Vivalol Products
Frequently asked questions about Vivalol Products
Q. How long does Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER take to work?
The time taken by Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER to start working varies from person to person. Usually, Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER 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 Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.
Q. Is taking Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER dangerous?
Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER 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 Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER help you sleep better?
Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER 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 Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER?
No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.
Q. Can Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER cause low blood potassium levels (hypokalemia)?
Yes, Vivalol 100mg Tablet ER may cause low blood potassium levels (hypokalemia).