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Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet are Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet in conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate). Some other conditions that can be affected by Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lopresor. If you are pregnant, do not take Lopresor without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lopresor for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Lopresor does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Lopresor rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Lopresor may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet
Taking Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet
Consuming Lopresor 100 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Lopresor is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Lopresor is safe to use, if taken in prescribed quantity and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as dizziness, depression, tiredness, bloating, and stomach pain. If you feel any of the above- mentioned side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Lopresor can make you feel tired, because it drops your heart rate, and if your heart rate is dropped, the amount of blood that your heart is pumping also decreases. This creates symptoms of fatigue, impotence, drowsiness, and lethargy. Please consult your doctor if you feel tired after taking this drug.
Yes, Lopresor causes a cough. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you experience a severe cough after taking this medicine then inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Rarely Lopresor causes hair loss. However, if you experience hair loss after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 148-149
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 847-850
