Merol (50mg) 30 Tablets – Metoprolol Tartrate for Hypertension & Heart Disease Control

Description:

Merol (50mg) Tablets contain Metoprolol Tartrate, a cardioselective beta-blocker that helps lower high blood pressure (hypertension), treat chest pain (angina), and manage heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias). It reduces the workload on the heart and helps it beat more regularly and efficiently. Regular use helps prevent heart attacks, strokes, and related cardiovascular complications.

Ingredients:

• Active Ingredient: Metoprolol Tartrate 50mg

• Inactive Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, maize starch, lactose monohydrate, povidone, magnesium stearate, and other excipients.

Drug Class:

• Beta-Adrenergic Blocking Agent (Beta-Blocker)

Dosage Form:

• Tablet

Uses:

Merol (Metoprolol Tartrate) is used for:

• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

• Angina Pectoris (Chest Pain)

• Arrhythmias (Abnormal Heart Rhythms)

• Heart Failure (Adjunct Therapy)

• Post-Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack) Management

• Prevention of Migraine Headaches

Dosage:

• Adults: Commonly 50mg once or twice daily, as prescribed by your physician.

• The dose may be adjusted based on the patient’s medical condition and response to therapy.

• Do not stop treatment abruptly—taper gradually under medical advice.

In Case of Overdose:

Symptoms: Severe dizziness, fainting, slow heartbeat, breathing difficulty, bluish skin, or seizures.
➡️ Seek emergency medical attention immediately.

Missed Dose:

• Take as soon as you remember.

• If it’s near the next dose, skip the missed one.

• Do not double the dose to make up for it.

How To Use:

• Take orally with or immediately after meals.

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

• Take at the same time each day for consistent results.

• Follow your doctor’s dosage instructions carefully.

When Not to Use:

Do not use Merol (Metoprolol) if you have:

• Allergy to Metoprolol or other beta-blockers

• Severe bradycardia (slow heart rate)

• Heart block greater than first degree

• Cardiogenic shock

• Severe heart failure

• Untreated pheochromocytoma (adrenal tumor)

Side Effects:

Common:

• Dizziness or tiredness

• Headache

• Nausea or upset stomach

• Cold extremities

• Slow heart rate

Serious (seek medical help):

• Shortness of breath

• Swelling of hands or feet

• Fainting

• Sudden weight gain

• Irregular heartbeat

Precautions & Warnings:

• Use with caution in asthma, diabetes, or thyroid disorders.

• May mask signs of low blood sugar in diabetic patients.

• Avoid abrupt discontinuation—can worsen angina or cause heart attack.

• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have liver or kidney problems.

• Avoid alcohol—it may increase dizziness or drowsiness.

• Regularly monitor blood pressure and pulse.

Drug Interactions:

• Calcium Channel Blockers (e.g., verapamil, diltiazem): May cause heart block or excessive bradycardia.

• Clonidine: May cause rebound hypertension if withdrawn suddenly.

• Insulin or Oral Hypoglycemics: May mask low blood sugar symptoms.

• NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen): May reduce antihypertensive effect.

• Digoxin: Increased risk of slow heart rate.

Storage/Disposal:

• Store below 30°C, away from light and moisture.

• Keep in original packaging until use.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Dispose of unused or expired medicine properly—do not flush down toilets.

Control Drug:

• Prescription-Only Medicine (Rx)

Quick Tips:

• Take at the same time every day for best effect.

• Do not stop suddenly without consulting your doctor.

• May cause dizziness—avoid driving until you know how it affects you.

• Maintain a healthy diet, low in salt and fat, and stay physically active.

• Monitor blood pressure and pulse regularly.