Met Xl H 50 Tablet (15): Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Met Xl H Information

Met Xl H is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Met Xl H has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Met Xl H 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Met Xl H also has some side effects, the most common being Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Met Xl H as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Met Xl H are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Met Xl H's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Met Xl H has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Met Xl H related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Asthma, Allergy must refrain from the use of Met Xl H since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Met Xl H have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Met Xl H may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Met Xl H is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Met Xl H Benefits & Uses
Met Xl H Dosage & How to Take
Met Xl H Side Effects
Met Xl H Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Met Xl H with Other Drugs
Met Xl H Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Met Xl H
Met Xl H Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Met Xl H Benefits & Uses

Met Xl H is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Met Xl H 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: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 12.5 mg hydrochlorothiazide and 50 mg metoprolol
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 12.5 mg hydrochlorothiazide and 50 mg metoprolol

Met Xl H Related Warnings

Is the use of Met Xl H safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Met XL H safely.
Is the use of Met Xl H safe during breastfeeding?

Met XL H is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Met Xl H on the Kidneys?

Met XL H rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Met Xl H on the Liver?

Met XL H has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Met Xl H on the Heart?

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

Severe Interaction of Met Xl H with Other Drugs

Met Xl H should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholecalciferol (D3)

Moderate

Aspirin

Paracetamol

Caffeine

Abiraterone Acetate

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Codeine

Acetazolamide

Alfentanil

Met Xl H Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Met Xl H unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hyperthyroidism
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Diabetes
Asthma
Depression
Low Blood Pressure
Diabetes
Asthma
Allergy
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Met Xl H

Is this Met Xl H habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Met Xl H.

Met Xl H Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Met Xl H

Taking Met Xl H with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Met Xl H

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Met Xl H as it can have severe side effects.

Frequently asked Questions about Met Xl H

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Met XL H with lisinopril?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Met XL H can be taken with lisinopril, no clinical meaningful interaction have been reported between these two medicines. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction occurs between them. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medications at the same time.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Met XL H?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Met XL H is a brand name of metoprolol. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called beta blocker. It is used to treat chest pain, heart failure, and high blood pressure. It also helps to prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Met XL H with ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Met XL H?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Take Met XL H as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Met XL H with aspirin?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

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