Metocard XL 50 Tablet 15's

Product Description

Metocard XL 50 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (heart-related chest pain), and irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia). It also helps to prevent migraines, future heart attacks, and stroke.
 

Metocard XL 50 Tablet may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency will depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not have symptoms if you stop taking it your condition may worsen.

The main side effects of Metocard XL 50 Tablet are tireness, headache, depression, diarrhea, rash, slow heart rate, feeling dizzy, and nausea. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase certain side effects.

Uses of Metocard Tablet PR

• Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
• Treatment of Arrhythmia
• Prevention of Heart attack
• Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Prevention of Migraine

Benefits of Metocard Tablet PR

In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Metocard XL 50 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.

Side effects of Metocard Tablet PR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Metocard

• Tiredness
• Dizziness
• Depression
• Breathlessness
• Headache
• Slow heart rate
• Nausea
• Rash
• Diarrhea
• Hypotension (low blood pressure)

How to use Metocard Tablet PR

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Metocard XL 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Metocard XL 50 Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

How Metocard Tablet PR works

Metocard XL 50 Tablet 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.