apollo
0

Welcome User

Login/Sign Up

Home
Buy Medicines
Lab Tests
Doctor Consult
Circle Membership
Insurance
Blogs
Contact Us
Privacy Policy
Return & Refunds
Need Help
Terms and Conditions
  1. Home
  2. Medicine

  3. Lopressor XL 50 Tablet 10's

Lopressor XL 50 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Know More

Online payment accepted

rxMedicinePrescription drug

Whats That

tooltip

Composition :

METOPROLOL SUCCINATE-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Novartis India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Lopressor XL 50 Tablet

Lopressor XL 50 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), and to protect the heart after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood exerts an increased pressure against the arteries that may lead to various types of heart diseases. Besides this, Lopressor XL 50 Tablet may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches and tremors (fits). 

Lopressor XL 50 Tablet contains 'Metoprolol succinate', which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future. 

Take Lopressor XL 50 Tablet as prescribed. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide the dose and duration. In some cases, Lopressor XL 50 Tablet may cause certain common side effects like dizziness, tiredness, diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, asthma, overactive thyroid, metabolic acidosis, or severe blood circulation problems. Consult your doctor before taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Lopressor XL 50 Tablet is not recommended for use in children. Lopressor XL 50 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet as it might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Lopressor XL 50 Tablet . Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Lopressor XL 50 Tablet

High blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), heart attack (myocardial infarction).

Directions for Use

Take Lopressor XL 50 Tablet with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Lopressor XL 50 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), and to protect the heart after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Besides this, it also helps in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches and tremors (fits).  Lopressor XL 50 Tablet  helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future. 

Storage

Keep Lopressor XL 50 Tablet out of the sight and reach of children.
Side effects of Lopressor XL 50 Tablet
Managing depression as a side effect of medication: a comprehensive guide.
  • Remember, managing depression as a side effect of medication requires patience, persistence, and collaboration with your healthcare team.
  • Tell your doctor about your depression symptoms to adjust medication.
  • Consult a therapist or counsel for emotional support.
  • Engage in regular exercise to release endorphins (neurotransmitters).
  • Practice stress-reducing techniques like meditation and deep breathing.
  • Build a support network of friends, family, and support groups.
  • Establish a consistent sleep schedule.
  • Eat a nutritious diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
  • Limit or avoid alcohol and recreational substances.
  • Keep a mood journal to track symptoms and progress.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Lopressor XL 50 Tablet if you are allergic to metoprolol succinate or any other beta-blockers. Avoid taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet if you have/had heart conduction, rhythm problems, uncontrolled/severe heart failure, blocked blood vessels, blood circulation problems, untreated pheochromocytoma, metabolic acidosis, low blood pressure, or prinzmetal angina. Inform your doctor if you have asthma, COPD, diabetes, blood vessel disorder, slow heart rate, pheochromocytoma, myasthenia gravis, dry eye problems, kidney or liver impairment; if you are taking anti-depressants, other blood pressure-lowering medicines, or anti-arrhythmic agents. Consult your doctor before taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Lopressor XL 50 Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Lopressor XL 50 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Let your doctor know if you are taking other prescription/non-prescription medicines or herbal supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
MetoprololSaquinavir
Severe
MetoprololDisopyramide
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular physical activity or exercise.
  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease. 
  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Lopressor XL 50 Tablet Substitute

Substitutes safety advice

Product Substitutes

Author Details

Veda MaddalaDoctor badge

Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:41 AM IST

Doctor imageWe provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Drug-Diseases Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

FAQs

Lopressor XL 50 Tablet helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Thereby, lowers blood pressure.

High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the blood vessels of the heart, brain, kidney and might result in stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Lopressor XL 50 Tablet are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.

Do not stop taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet .

Consult your doctor before taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet if you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) as it might mask the symptoms or make it difficult to recognise the signs of thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone in the body).

Consult your doctor before taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet with anti-diabetic medicines as it might mask the signs of low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet is advised.

Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet 24hours prior to the surgery, as it might lower blood pressure when combined with general anaesthesia. If you are due to have any surgery or are receiving an anaesthetic, inform the doctor that you are taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet .

Taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet along with multivitamin/multimineral supplements may decrease the effect of Lopressor XL 50 Tablet . Therefore, maintain a gap of at least 2hours between both. However, you are advised to take Lopressor XL 50 Tablet with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CIMETIDINE
  • HYDRALAZINE
  • CLONIDINE
  • PRAZOSIN
  • AMIODARONE
  • PROPAFENONE
  • CYCLOPROPANE
  • TEMAZEPAM
  • NITRAZEPAM
  • DIAZEPAM
  • INDOMETHACIN
  • CELECOXIB
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • TERBINAFINE
  • HYDROCORTISONE
  • PREDNISOLONE
  • LIDOCAINE

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation then immediately contact your doctor.
  • If you due to have any surgery, inform the doctor that you are taking Lopressor XL 50 Tablet .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hypertension: The blood exerts increased pressure on the walls of blood vessels leading to hypertension. Blood pressure is the measurement of the heart's force to pump blood to all parts of the body. Hypertension is a chronic condition in which blood pressure is too high. This condition can lead to hardened arteries (blood vessels), decreasing the blood and oxygen flow to the heart. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. High blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor or sphygmomanometer. Normal blood pressure lies in between 90/60 mm of Hg and 120/80 mm of Hg. If the blood pressure is 140/90 mmHg or greater, it is considered high blood pressure.

Have a query?

Buy best Cardiology products by

whatsapp Floating Button