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(also known as Lopressor, Toprol, Seleken, Selokeen, Betaloc, Corvitol)
Metoprolol is a selective beta1 receptor blocker used in treatment of several diseases of the cardiovascular system. It is marketed under the brand name Lopressor by Novartis, and Toprol (in the USA), Seleken or Selokeen (elsewhere) by "Betaloc" AstraZeneca and as Corvitol by Berlin-Chemie AG. more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) | 109 |
83% |
| High Blood Pressure | 62 |
98% |
| Arrhythmias | 29 |
83% |
| Angina | 26 |
96% |
| Heart Attack | 8 |
100% |
Overall, 91% (317
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Metoprolol Reviews
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no switched to sotolol and that seems to have settled things down
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I take 50 MG one a day
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Its working and no side effects so far.
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Just started 21808
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Given for A Fib..rapid Heart beat
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I dinately notice when I forget to take it.
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Very tired
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Taking a low dose just through February. Seems to help block the awful adrenaline spikes.
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was working now I have been having more episodes. Not sure what is going on.
Working / Worked
Helps with shaky hands and keeps my heartbeat under control
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Lopressor, SVT, and PE
PE caused heart rate to go sky high (220 beats per minute). Controlled in ICU with Lopressor IV drip. Discharged on Metoprolol 50 mg twice daily. St... [More] -
Metoprolol?
Hi Bellaboo- I don't take Metoprolol for anxiety but I do take it for an ventricular tachycarida which is a heart condition- but i have heard that... [More] -
Lopressor
anyone else take lopressor for a rapid heart rate? I am currently taking 200mg a day for mine.. it is working gr eat.. but if i forget a dose ,, I su... [More] -
Toprol XL
Does anyone know anything about Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate is the generic name) and pregnancy? My regular Dr and my RE both said it was ok during... [More] -
Toprol ~~~
Anyone have experience with this for anxiety? My doc just prescribed it for me. Any side effect? Was it helpful, I would love/need to know Thank you ... [More]
