Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet Information

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet include Slow heart rate (pulse). While these are the most often observed Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Lopresor Benefits & Uses
Lopresor Dosage & How to Take
Lopresor Side Effects
Lopresor Related Warnings
Lopresor Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lopresor
Lopresor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Titrate dose up to 2 mk/kg
Geriatric	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Blurred vision
Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Chest Pain

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Fatigue
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Insomnia

Common

Slow heart rate (pulse)

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Lopresor 50 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.

Severe
Is the use of Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Lopresor for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Using Lopresor does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Lopresor rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Lopresor may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hyperthyroidism
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Diabetes
Asthma
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet

Is this Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet

Taking Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet

Consuming Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Lopresor 50 Mg Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Lopresor?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Take Lopresor exactly as prescribed by your doctor, do not exceed dosage. Do not take the medicine on empty stomach, take it with food or just after food. Please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions regarding when to take and how to take.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Lopresor work?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Lopresor works by inhibiting the functioning of certain natural chemicals in the body like epinephrine, which in turn leads to the widening of the blood vessels. This abolishes heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lopresor cause hair loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lopresor without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lopresor with ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Lopresor with ibuprofen because of the concurrent use of these two medicines can reduce the antihypertensive activity of Lopresor. It also decreases the renal blood flow. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.