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Restopress is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Restopress have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Restopress. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Restopress are Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Restopress as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Restopress go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Restopress is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Restopress's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Restopress is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Restopress are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Restopress may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Restopress is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Restopress 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 |
Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Restopress safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Restopress. If you are pregnant, do not take Restopress without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Restopress safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Restopress for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Restopress on the Kidneys?
Restopress is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Restopress on the Liver?
Restopress has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Restopress on the Heart?
Side effects of Restopress rarely affect the heart.
Restopress should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Restopress unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Restopress habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Restopress has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Restopress you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Restopress only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Restopress in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Restopress
Some foods when eaten with Restopress can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Restopress
Consuming Restopress with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Restopress 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.
Yes, Restopress can affect fertility. As per clinical studies, fertility defect was found in animal models, human clinical trial on fertility is still pending. You should take precaution while taking medicine during pregnancy. However, it is best to inform the doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Restopress 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, Restopress can cause weight gain. It is a common side effect of this drug, especially in the older patients. However, if you feel excess gain of weight after taking this medicine, please inform your doctor.
It is recommended to avoid taking Restopress with aspirin, because of the concurrent use of these two medicines which can reduce the antihypertensive activity of Restopress. It also decreases the renal blood flow. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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