Drugs & Vitamins

Active Ingredients: Metoprolol
Other Names: Lopressor Solution for Injection, Metoprolol Tartrate Solution for Injection
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What is/are Metoprolol Solution for Injection? (Back to top)
METOPROLOL is a beta-blocker. Beta-blockers reduce the workload on the heart and help it to beat more regularly. This medicine is used to treat high blood pressure and to prevent chest pain. It is also used to after a heart attack and to prevent an additional heart attack from occurring. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine? (Back to top)
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• diabetes
• heart or vessel disease like slow heart rate, worsening heart failure, heart block, sick sinus syndrome or Raynaud's disease
• kidney disease
• liver disease
• lung or breathing disease, like asthma or emphysema
• pheochromocytoma
• thyroid disease
• an unusual or allergic reaction to metoprolol, other beta-blockers, medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine? (Back to top)
This medicine is for injection into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose? (Back to top)
This does not apply.

What may interact with this medicine? (Back to top)
Do not take this medicine with any of the following:

• sotalol

• clonidine
• digoxin
• dobutamine
• epinephrine
• isoproterenol
• medicine to control heart rhythm like quinidine, propafenone
• medicine for depression like monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, fluoxetine, and paroxetine
• medicine for high blood pressure like calcium channel blockers
• reserpine

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What side effects may I notice from this medicine? (Back to top)
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives
• breathing problems
• cold or numb hands or feet
• depression
• feeling faint
• fever with sore throat
• irregular heartbeat, chest pain
• rapid weight gain
• swollen legs or ankles

• anxiety or nervousness
• change in sex drive or performance
• dry skin
• headache
• nightmares or trouble sleeping
• short term memory loss
• stomach upset or diarrhea
• unusually tired

This list may not describe all possible side effects.

What should I watch for while using this medicine? (Back to top)
Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.

Where should I keep this medicine? (Back to top)
This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Last Updated:January 08, 2008

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