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Hi! 6 years ago I was diagnosed with Polycystic kidneys and from then on I suffered from high bloodpressure. I only 33 years old right now. I took Logimax for 4 years. And for some complaints that I had regarding the medicine, my doctor changed it to (Neobloc 50 mg) which I was currently taking twice a day for 2 years now. I'm experiencing almost all of the side effects that is listed in this page such as slow heart beat, breathlessness,cold sensitivity etc.
I wonder if in the long run will this side effects be harmful to me. But it really helps in lowering my bloodpressure. But when it comes to my body (physically) I'm really concerned about me loosing weight because of loss appetite even if I'm taking multivitamins for weight gain. I just wish there is a way to address my problem. Thanks and hope to hear from you soon.
34 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-07-02 09:43:51
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I am a 86 yr old woman. I am taking Gabapentin, Potassium. Metoprolol,Amlodipinel
furosemide,Plavix,Detarol LA, sertraline, Levothroid.I have calf heart valve and one other heart repair. I have gained weightt. I am tired from the time I get up. I am dizzy most of the time. have to use a walker to keep from falling.(I have fallen frequently when I don't use the walker.) SES in Arizone
87 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-07-02 06:05:08
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Hi,
I am a 62 yo (this month) male who has been taking Metoprolol Tartrate 25 mg since a heart attack in August 2007( 2 tabs twice a day for 3 months, then 1 tab twice a day since). I have had fairly continuous side effects right along of debilitating gas pressure and distention, bowel movements affected, with occasional autonomic nervous system effects. Cardiologist told me to stop med in December of 2008 but we did it too fast and I suffered severe side effects and was put back on same dose (1 tab 2x/day). Stable since then with moderate side effects). But past weekend started new batch of different sized, shaped appearance MT, supposedly same dose. Have been suffering dramatically increased ( 4-5 times strength and intensity)side effects of same nature as above past 48 hours. So watch out for altered pills.
62 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-06-02 12:02:39
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I have been on Lopressor 50mg since i was 19 yrs. old. I have tried several generic brands and they always have bad side effects for me. I have gone back to the brand name everytime. Now i won't even try another generic. I pay for my own meds because insurance will not, but as long as i'm able and know what's best for my self, i will continue to take only the brand name. Be careful!!
48 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-06-05 07:45:35
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I am on Metoprolo tar 50 mg and baby asprin because some time in 2007 or 2008 the dr said that I had a heart attack the cardiologest i saw confermed and said it was a silent heart attack. i am also on singulair and advair for my asthma as well as proair as a rescue inhaler. I now have a problem with my back that has goten worse over the years the recent mri I had showed that I have severe spinal stinosis and degeneritive arthritis as well as degeneritive disc disease.and i am in a lot of pain and just about every pain med i put in to check comes up a 4 or a 5 in the risk ratings what can I safely take for severe cronic pain. I am desprate i cant take the pain much longer and the dr is no help he is afraid that i'll become addicted.i cant keep going to the er and getting 7,000.00 dollar bills for pain relief
53 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-06-01 00:37:15
Member Answer/Reply:
For Heaven's sake, go to a pain specialist! You may have to "interview" several before you get one that isn't opiophobic. I'm a 61 year old male and have been on Duragesic patches (generic) for 16 years. YOU DON'T NEED TO BE IN CHRONIC PAIN!! Log onto www.painmed.org The American Academy of Pain Medicine. Study it CAREFULLY and they will help you through the "minefield".
61 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-07-17 01:02:11
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Please go see the "pain mananegment" doc's, I have had cronic pain for back (severe) for 10 years, go through the same "dependent" argument.... the only ones that can get the pain medication are the kids that don't need it... There is a patch --fda approved for shingles... but i use it for back pain along with the genic duragesic patches that the other response spoke of... these LIDODERM patches (5%) give me more relief than any other medication... they can have effect on heart, but your doctor should be able to say if it is ok to use... some insurances will not cover, because the fda use is shingles, not back pain... when you use them it takes a while for your body to absore the maxium level... they have a web site that is very useful, you wear them for 12 hours on, then 12 hours off.... give them a couple of days, or a week don't judge just from the first day or so... if i had to use ONLY one med it would be the Lidoderm.... the pain management doctors are much better at "pain medication" my dr. gave me a week supply to try and my insurance does pay for it, the web site has a chat area and that were i heard people writing in about it having to be prescribed for "shingles" if you happen to try the duragisc patchs... stay with Generic and try the ones manufactured by "MYLAN" they are much more confortable and i think safer that the larger Brand ones.. the brand fall off "a-lot" found my dog wearing mine once... the generic name is "fentanyl" i have also just started accupuncture and it seems to be helping.. pain is better (some) but i like myself better when i am at a high pain level that the meds aren't controling.... good luck
85 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-09-02 17:30:04
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I am a 58 yr. old female. I started taking Torprol XL 50mg then 100mg due to the fact that I fell & fractured my wrist & had to sit for over a yr. & put on 50lbs. No matter what I did I could not lose weight. I was walking 4.8 miles a day before I fell. Then I started to get a pain in my left foot. Dr. took x-ray said it was arthritis! My insticts told me different. Since I wasn't working & not under as much stress I deceided to ween myself off since the recall anyways & the pain in my foot went away! So now I am going to attack any further high blood pressure I have the all natural way. I had to learn to meditate due to the pain in my wrist to get off of the high doses of the pain medicine I was taking & I believe this has also helped my blood pressure as I had always had low blood pressure before the fall. Proper diet, exercise & meditation! Trust me! :-)
58 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-05-30 07:17:36
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Hmmm are you a male or female? You state you are a 58 yr. old female yet sign as a 57 yr old male. I have been taking Toprol XL 50 mg 1x a day for over 10 years. I am a 68 yr old female. I have talked with many women from 55 to 80 about weight gain after menopause regardless of the meds they are taking. It's a fact of life and one has to accomodate ones' caloric intake and adjust the amount of exercise, and kinds of exercise to adjust to the tendency to put on weight. I also don't understand why you had to sit for over a year when it was your wrist that was injured, not your feet or legs. As for the pain in your foot, have you been tested for osteoporosis? I had a similiar complaint while exercising ( walking ) and it turned out to be osteoporosis. Staying off your foot for a long time would help the pain go away. In that you can control your blood pressure naturally is wonderful! I take Toprol to control the symptoms of Mitrol Valve Prolapse and am VERY grateful for an effective medication, and have often wished there was some natural way to address the very uncomfortable effects of MVP. Good Luck to you.
68 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-06-01 09:35:55
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57 male been taking Metoprolol Tar 25 mg in the evenings to lower my bottom bloodpressure number(7yrs) now the plendil i've been taking for about 14 yrs -mainly I am a high stress person and can't work it off lowering my pressure nevertheless what is your Mitrol Valve prolapse you mention about- is it a human valve or replacement valve and what does the valve do? with me being put on Metoprolol Tar 25 mg I'm wanting to know if I should ask my doctor why my valve is needing this med.-control / I was told it is to keep my bottom number down to normal ranges! Not valve control. Thank you Is there any other info I need to know the perpose of this medication is used for other than the insert info.readings? (do I have a prolaspe problem also ya think.) My father had bad valves * refused to go to the doctors, & passed on at a younger age for that issue belief! You wrote previously the following which is why I'm asking you.
"Toprol to control the symptoms of Mitrol Valve Prolapse and am VERY grateful"
57 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-06-04 17:20:19
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Hi, I take metropolo tartrate I do not have any side effects, but I also take effxor and welbutrin, I am never hungry, but I have gained weight I think I eat one meal a day and lovastatin I am not hungry
52 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-05-29 02:29:23
Member Answer/Reply:
You need to eat more often to keep your metabolic rate up to par. I realize it is difficult to eat so at times but breakfast got its name because it is a BREAK from FASTing. Keep almonds in a sm baggie. Eat 10 every couple of hours. Peanut butter on apples, if you can manage the time ,is also a great source of protein with a little something sweet. If allergic to nuts, cheese is ok but constipating and fatty( bad cholesterol ). Farmers cheese might work for you. Also, the Welbutrin as well as many anti depressants can cause wgt. gain. You and your doctor have to figure out what is best for you.
54 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-06-01 14:24:27
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I take metoprolol ..75mgs. 2 times a day and digoxin and I gained 50 lbs. while taking Paxil..at the same time. When the doseage was raised to 60 mgs., I tried to commit suicide. I obviously didn't die but went off Paxil. I am now on lexapro and have not gained any weight, nor have I had any suicidal thoughts. I would stay away from Paxil. No side effects from the heart meds.
62 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-07-01 18:04:53
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Strange, I have been takin metoprolol for 1 yr and losing weight! I have noticed a lack of libido but I feel this is due to high blood pressure symtoms, levitra takes care of this. I do eat a healthy diet and restrict my portions.
50 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-05-07 07:11:59
Member Answer/Reply:
I had libido problem when I was taking Toporal 25mg. My doc took me off and my libido is normal and am still taking medication for high blood pressure.
46 year old male
46 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-05-18 20:20:05
Member Answer/Reply:
I TAKE Metoprolol AND HAVE FOR SEVERAL YEARS SINCE MY FIRST HEART ATTACK.
I WAS ON 50MG TWICE ADAY FOR YEARS BUT NOW I TAKE JUST 25MG TWICE ADAY.
I NEVER LOSS ANY WEIGHT OR LOMBIDO BECAUSE OF THIS MED.
BUT SOME OF THE OTHER MEDS I TOOK DID. 70YEAR OLD MALE
71 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-06-05 15:02:03
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I am hearing they recalled Toporal XL as I checked it on this site I see it is for the medicine made by ETHEX not Astra Zeneca. I know it may be hard for us older Americans to afford our meds BUT did you know that depending on your monthly income you may be eligible to get meds from the drug companies direct and free?? Find out what company makes your meds , go to their web site and check out the Patient Assistance Program (or Foundation) and download and print application. I get my Toporal from Astra Zeneca, Norvasc from Pfizer and Monopril and Pravachol from Bristol Meyers. Some of my meds I get from Wal-Mart for $4.00 so I have quit getting them from the drug company. But check it out I am sure you have seen Montel Williams on TV talk about the patient assistance program. It sure is worth looking into. you must send in a perscription with the request.
70 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-05-04 22:41:06
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I've been taking toprol XL for just a couple of months due to increased pressure in the Left Ventrical. I have noticed that during my menstral cycle my pulse rate drops significantly, not sure why this would happen, some what concerning.
48 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-06-14 09:17:34
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I have been taking toprol XL for about 6 months now for sinus tachycardia and other rhythm disturbances and it has worked quite well. I, too, also suffer from extreme pulse rate drops to 54 bpm. and very low drops to 90/58 when I am menstruating. I feel very fatigued, and cold and clammy, but no dizziness or unsteadiness. I mentioned this my cardiologist and he didn't seem concerned, or able to give me an answer. This certainly this can't be normal, can it? I wonder how many other woman who are taking this are suffering from this?
42 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-07-24 08:49:19
iGuard Answer/Reply:
The symptoms you are describing, the fatigue, cold sensitivity, low blood pressure and slow pulse rate, are all common side effects of Toprol XL. Up to 3% of patients experience these side effects. Sometimes, they will decrease over time. However, if you are experiencing an increase in your symptoms with your menstrual period and they are affecting your quality of life, you need to discuss your concerns and symptoms with your physician and discuss the timing of the symptoms. It is possible that you have another condition, such as an anemia, during your menstrual period that is contributing to the increase in side effects during that time.
Posted: 2009-08-02 22:26:05
Member Answer/Reply:
Thanks for the info on how to get drugs from the manufacturer...I will try it.
By the way, did you see the posting on iGuard that Ethex, Tartrate, Succinate, and all extended release Metoprolols were recalled? I was given Metoprolol recently but the side effects were too hard to deal with so I am now trying Coreg CR., which still gives me some uncomfortable side effects, but it's much better than Metoprolol for me. I may even change to Atenolol if doctor okays it.
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-07-14 18:14:46
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I have been on Metoprolol tartrate 50 mg at first, and I started losing my appetite, then started losing weight. So my doctor changed the mg's to 25, and I am still losing weight, and still do not have a appetite, and he says it is not the medicine. I have had mri's and cat scans to see if anything else was going on, and they have found nothing. I found out on my own, that if I take the pill at night, I have an appetite all day, but I am still losing weight. Has anyone else had this problem. I really would like to know. I have an appointment with my doctor on Friday, and I will discuss this with him.
66 yr old female
67 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-05-04 10:57:57
Member Answer/Reply:
Good luck to you. I have been on Metoprolol 200mg for 2 years and have no problems. I also am a 66 year old female.
66 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-05-16 20:01:56
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I have taken Toprol XL (Metoprolol Tartrate) on a dosage of 125mg. (one 100 mg. + one 25 mg.) daily for years!! So does my mother and two sisters. We all have no complaints at all! Of course, not every body reacts the same to all drugs. ASK your doctor until you understand well everything he says. If he gets testy, change him/her quickly!! They also make MISTAKES, big ones, being humans. Don't you turn into a guinea pig for him/her!! Good luck!!
65 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-05-18 15:59:57
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My husband was told a year and a half ago that he was a diabetic..He started losing weight and went back to the doctor had blood draw and test ran and his doctor told him he was ok..He lose from 210lbs down to 165 lb in this year and a half period...He started turn yellowish looking and went to the emergency room where they admitted him into the hospital and come to find out, he has pancreatic cancer...I do not want to scare you but this cancer is not an easy cancer to detect until it has gotten too far gone...He is in stage 4 of this cancer now...He is taking chemo and it has shrank the tumor down but it has not gone away...At least, I know I have a little more time with him than what the doctors have told us...They predicted 6 months or less...I believe he has longer than that....Get your doctor to look for tumor markers in your blood work....They will know what you are talking about and GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!
57 yr old female and husband is 63
58 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-05-27 00:47:54
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I take Metoprolol 100mg twice a day. No side effects. Before taking the generic, I was on Toprolxl for about 5 years. I am tired alot,but I'm on 8 prescriptions, so any one of them could cause this. I have not lost weight and the doctor would like me to, but it's very hard especially when your 78 yrs old. Good luck !
79 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-05-27 23:10:27
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I also take toprol XL and have for almost 5 years, I take it because I have a leaky tricuspid valve in the heart and did not wish to have it replaced. I have not lost any weight from taking it and do not seem to be having problems other than always tired, but my doctor says it is not from the toprol. I am a female age 70. I do have arthritis in most of my joints but have had this long before i was on toprol.
71 year old – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-06-01 14:33:44
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I take toprol and have gained lots of weight also Im over 300 lbs. and im only 5'2''! Help!
53 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-27 21:09:22
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I'm too taking Metoprolol twice a day and gained weight around 70 pound above my normal weight. I'm think this is for this prescription. Please, any Doctor tell me this is true or false. Thanks: 66 year old male
66 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-16 02:02:58
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79 year old female
I take toprol have gained weight in past 2 years.
Is there a connection?
80 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-16 09:44:27
Member Answer/Reply:
I to have gained about 15lbs iin the last year.
37 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-16 17:01:56
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I was taking toprol xl the time released version of toprol and had no problem then for some reason it was pulled and I am now taking regular toprol which is a pill about 1/8 thick and has to be split in half and I have gained about 5 pounds although I am still about 20 pounds overweight since I started taking toprol xl. I started going to Curves to work out and it has helped I have lost inches {about 7} and not so much in weight but feel stronger. Try working out if you can because you will feel better. Let me know how you are doing. Or if you have any more questions.
Barbara
53 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-16 17:53:25
Member Answer/Reply:
Toprol doesn't make you gain weight. Eating too much does. Go on a low carb. diet. Toprol affects your heart rate only. Sorry
77 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-16 18:45:54
Member Answer/Reply:
Please don't be so quick to make statements you have not researched.
The following is clearly found on the Toprol-XL web site.
There is a risk of worsening cardiac failure during up-titration of the dose of metoprolol succinate extended-release. Patients need to consult their physicians if they experience signs or symptoms of worsening heart failure such as weight gain or increased shortness of breath.
http://www.toprol-xl.com/Index.aspx
40 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-24 02:18:12
Member Answer/Reply:
I have taken Toprol for a number of yaers , with an increase last month. With the increase I have gained a few pounds, is this a problem?
John
in Alabama
50 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-17 13:05:41
Member Answer/Reply:
I am a 63 year old overweight women who has been on toprol for a few years. It has not made me gain a significant amount of weight. I suggest you ask your doctoe to change your scribe and also to check if some illness could be causing a weight gain, such as your thyroid
64 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-20 12:42:32
Member Answer/Reply:
Check with your Doctor. I found that the toprol xl I was taking has lowered my pulse rate so much I turned into a couch potato this past winter. I am just now adjusting the meds and will see if this helps.
FYI-I was at 100mg daily weighing 225--pulse rate was 40. There could also be many other underlings causes as well but dont stop telling your DR until he/she hears exactly what you are saying.
45 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-20 14:01:11
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I'm 56 years old and ever since I've been diagnsed with Hypertension, i've been having problems losing weight. I also take Lopressor, I'm 5'4" and wight 240
56 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-20 15:51:19
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My husband takes it and he's gained 30 pounds. However, he is on a host of other meds. so I'm not sure which one it is, or if it was just because he was so sedentary since becoming ill. He is moving around better now and hoping his "baby belly" will go away.
57 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-20 17:37:09
Member Answer/Reply:
I have been taking Toprol for over 2 years and have not gained weight and I am 65 years old.
66 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-20 17:57:07
Member Answer/Reply:
Stop eating so much and start exercising
68 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-20 19:28:14
Member Answer/Reply:
Hello ! I had double by-pass surgery about 5 years ago and have been taking Toprol XL ( 25 mg ) three times a day and I haven't gained that kind of weight .
65 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-20 20:11:49
Member Answer/Reply:
I too have gained a large amount of weight since I began to take Lopressor. I am at 285 and am only 5'8".
58 years old male
59 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-21 17:30:25
Member Answer/Reply:
How long have you been taking it? I too have put on weight -quite a bit since taking toprol. I don't think my eating has changed that much.
75 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-21 19:30:51
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I have taken Toprol XL for several years now and have gained no weight; I still weight what I did when I was in college.
78 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-22 16:31:28
Member Answer/Reply:
I have taken Toprol for over 2 years and have had no trouble gaining weight with adequate exercise and a low fat eating meal
menu. 84 yr old male
85 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-24 20:18:36
Member Answer/Reply:
I too am gaining weight on toprol/metoprolol/ lopressor. Also have fatigue. South Beach diet and increased physical activity (walking the dog) currently controlling problem. Should report to physician any rapid weight gain per patient education insert.
68 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-25 02:54:07
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I have been on Toprol XL for at least 5 years now . I am 56 years old and have never noticed any side effects. My blood pressure has come down alot.
57 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-26 16:57:57
Member Answer/Reply:
Is weight gain a common side effect of taking Toprol XL?
66 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-26 19:05:34
Member Answer/Reply:
I also take toprol but have lost weight because I eat only 100 calories per hour. You'd be amazed how easy it is to get the weight off with this plan. And, you're seldom hungry. In case you are - just fill up on salad till it's time to eat again. That is, salad with few calories, like lettuce, celery, onions, etc.
72 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-05-04 17:54:50
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I take Metoprolol and experience the following problems. I sometimes get a pain in my neck that comes and goes. I also find that at night after working all day my ankles swell and my socks leave indentations in my ankles. Also sometimes feel pains in the left side of my chest but that seems to be happening less often then when I started taking the meds. Are these normal side effects of this drug?
39 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-14 12:12:30
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I too have experienced weight gain. After reading this I believe it is do to the medication. I was taking it one time a day then after a trip to the hospital with heart aritmia and a four day stay there, they uped my dose to 2 50mg tablets daily. Since the switch from name brand to the generic I went from a petite size 6 and I now am in a 12. The medication is the only change in my life style. I just thought it was age catching up with me.
48 year old female
49 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-13 10:09:09
Member Answer/Reply:
The switch from brand to generic is not what caused you to gain weight, it was the increase in dose of the medication. Brand and generic prescriptions have to act exactly the same in the body, including how it is absorbed in order to be considered equivalent.
31 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-29 19:29:55
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Brand and generic medications are not the same. The fillers and binders used in the production of generics are usually different from the brand name. These fillers and binders cause different effects in the body. The chemical structure of the active ingredient is "supposed" to be the same however. The FDA tests for molecularly equivilent active ingredients but does not take into account different fillers and binders that may make the drugs work differently in the body.
Certified Process Technician
46 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2010-04-09 20:36:28
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I have also gained weight after switching over to metropolol. I also have neck pain. I went to ENT who said it was from acid reflux but the pain is so severe It hurts to touch my neck. I think I'm going to tell my pharmacy that I do not want the generic brand and see if I feel better. I'm 52 years old I take the same dosage. Just wondering if you feel tired all the time.
53 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-29 19:31:32
Question/Comment:
I have been on Metoprolol 50 mg for about a month. I was started on Lasix for about 2 weeks now. I also take Diovan Hct 320/25 and Norvasc. Since starting on Metoprolol, I have been experiencing dizziness, tiredness, and some wheezing. As time went on, I started having rapid heartbearts and chest pains (could be due to starting the Lasix). My doctor does not want to change my medications. The only thing she says is to take half the Lasix and take the Norvasc at night. I really want to stop the Metoprolol. Can someone advise me what I should do? Right now I'm typing and my chest is just sore from having chest pains earlier today. I saw the doctor two days Wednesday and today is Friday. I'm not reacting well to something because my doctor ran tests and everything is fine including my heart.
45 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-06 22:13:40
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I just wanted to give a little info. to you about all the meds your on please be careful about taking so many different drugs at a time I just heard so many bad stories about high blood pressure meds. & how they can cause you to have a heart attack believe it or not the Dr.s don't want us to know because they must get a kick back from all the prescriptions they make out.
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-07 22:50:38
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i to was put on this metoprolol among others like lisinopril 2.5 mg ,plavax 75 mg, ecotrin 81 mg. simvastatin 20 mg after a heart attack11/10/08 at the age of 45.and i have weight gain ( 15 lbs ) also have shortness BREATH& Very tired. more problems after heart attack than before heart attack. so what is the problem with the meds.
46 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-08 00:13:24
Member Answer/Reply:
run , don't walk or call 911 - i had the same thing and the e.r doctor said women don't have painful heart attacks like men---please run and find a more experienced heart doctor..
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-10 23:37:49
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I have had the same problems you are having since I was started on Metoprolol. I got so weak, tired and dizzy that all I did was lie on the sofa all day, sleeping alot and sleeping in bed at night. My girlfriend is a nurse, and she told me one day that she was going to help take care of me since the doctors were letting me die. She said I was white as a sheet, my blood pressure was always too high or too low, I was dehydrated, and losing a lot of weight. The first thing she did was get me started on Gator Aid, and Smart Water. They both have needed electrilites in them. I had to drink 2 bottles in one day, which I hated. By that night I was feeling better. She then got my to take a bubble bath in the jet tub. After the bath I did feel better and the next day I was starting to feel my old self again. Try Gator Aid, especially with Lasix, since it drains your fluid and electrolites with it. Ask your doctor before you drink it though. There may be a reason he doesn't give you electrolites.
73 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-13 20:27:36
Member Answer/Reply:
if i were you and the doctor won't do anything for you and you are still having chest pains
you probably should go to your nearest er and be checked,,, i take 100 mg tablet of toprol xL
and the day i saw my doctor which wasn't in and had a differant doctor and he told me to take mine at bedtime cause it would make me very sleepy during the after noon plus i beleive it makes one gain weight too,anyways i would go to the nearest er to be checked if you are still experincing chest pain...good luck on what you choose to da.
58 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-25 21:27:41
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I had been on Metoprolol for about a year and have experienced weight gain and swollen ankles and feet.I went to the cardiologist yesterday and he switched my medication to carvedilol. This seems to be controlling my blood pressure better. I checked it this morning and it was finally normal.I am hoping the swelling will go down also.
I am 86 years old.
86 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-02 09:52:55
Member Answer/Reply:
Are you taking a combination Metoprolol? There is a difference in the reaction between the Metoprolol Tartrate and the Metoprolol Succinate ( I think I spelled that correctly) To put it in brand names, the difference between Toprol and Lopressor, they aren't the same. So it may not be the Metoprolol but the other drug that is combined with it... I personally hope the at Toprol XL is brought back soon because Lopressor didn't work well on me when I was younger let alone now that I am in my 40's.
49 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-03 21:27:06
Member Answer/Reply:
YES! I too was on Toprol for a few years, and I felt fine. I had to switch due to the recall, and I started on Lopressor 50 mg about 1 month ago. I had to see my Doctor yesterday because I have been feeling so crummy: Weakness, dizziness, sweaty, cold and clammy skin, rapid heart rate, yet my blood pressure is about 100/60. As the evenings progress, my BP drops to around 88/55. I always felt faint. So, Last Wednesday, I called my Dr. and she told me to stop taking it. I spent the last week dealing with my bp jumping all over the place - I'm beat! So, I went to see her, and she told me to just take 1/2 pill at night. I am afraid to start it again... Even though I hadnt taken a pill in 9 days, i still get the extremely low numbers and associated symptoms. Please bring back Toprol XL!!! Thanks!
44 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-10 12:56:38
Member Answer/Reply:
Im with you I hate this Toprol I have to take 1/2 in the am and in thr pm. I dont feel as well as I did on the Torprol xl. I hope they bring it back
53 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-16 18:06:04
Question/Comment:
Female, age 55.... I am taking 150 mlgs per day. I have put on a toal of 48 lbs. I have been eating the same things but probably less amounts.
55 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-04 17:54:47
Member Answer/Reply:
I have been on toprol since 1/2003, and I have been gaining weight steadily. I have now gained almost 100 lbs!!!!!
46 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-17 10:38:56
Member Answer/Reply:
I have been on toprol for a long time too. I take 150mg daily and I have gained 125 pounds since I have been taking it. I never understood why ??
46 year old female
48 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-27 09:18:35
iGuard Answer/Reply:
Weight gain has been reported in approximately 10% of iGuard member who took Toprol. There are many causes of weight gain such as a change in diet, descreased activity level, thyroid condition or drug induced. It is a good idea to discuss this problem with your doctor to find out the cause of the weight gain and to manage it properly.
Posted: 2009-04-03 10:02:28
Question/Comment:
I am a 50 yr. old female. I had a Heart Attack at the age of 48. I take 200 mg. of Toprol at night, is this a high amount and if so........what side effects should I look for taking this high of a dosage.
51 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-03 22:19:34
iGuard Answer/Reply:
Common side effects of metoprolol includes dizziness, fatigue and weight gain. Approximately 10% of iGuard members taking metoprolol reported the side effects of weight gain and fatigue and 5% reported dizziness. If you have more concerns about the side effects of this medication, it is a good idea to follow up with your doctor to discuss your concerns.
Posted: 2009-03-16 12:01:12
Member Answer/Reply:
I am a 62 year old and have been taking metoprolol for about three years. The most common side effects are dizziness or lightheadedness, especially when rising suddenly to a standing position; decreased sexual ability;unusual fatigue, weakness, or drowsiness; insomnia. Serious side effects are shortness of breath; wheezing; irregular heartbeat(50 beats per minuteor less);chest pain or tightness; swelling of the ankles, feet or lower legs; mental depression. If these symptons occur call your doctor immediatley.
This information comes from the consumer guide to drugs by The John Hopkins Medical
Center.
64 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-28 20:32:30
Member Answer/Reply:
I am a 58 year old woman and have been 200 mg. for more than a year and also have experienced weight gain even though I have altered my eating habbits to eat considerable less the what most have called eating like a bird. To date I have gone from 115 to 128 but was as high as 132. Which by the way doesn't look good on someone who is 4' 11 1/2" tall. I have had a persistent cough, hair loss, sleeping problems and tingling around my mouth...but I feel wonderful. I also am taking Spironolact 25mg: Lisinopril 20 mg: Simvastation 40 mg.:Folic Acid 1 mg.: Singulair 10 mg. and Premarin 1.25 mg.
Here is the best explaination I have found on Metoprolol side effects:
METOPROLOL-ORAL (cont.)
SIDE EFFECTS: You may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, tiredness, diarrhea, unusual dreams, trouble sleeping, or vision problems as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. This drug may reduce blood flow to your hands and feet, causing them to feel cold. Smoking may worsen this effect. Dress warmly and avoid tobacco use. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: symptoms of a very slow heartbeat (e.g., persistent dizziness, fainting, unusual fatigue), bluish discoloration of the fingers and toes, numbness/tingling/swelling of the hands or feet, decreased sexual ability, reversible hair loss, mental/mood changes, trouble breathing, cough, unexplained or sudden weight gain, increased thirst, increased urination. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: easy bruising or bleeding, persistent sore throat or fever, yellowing skin or eyes, stomach pain, dark urine, persistent nausea. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
59 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-02 19:22:54
Question/Comment:
I have suspicion that Metropolol is causing my weight gain. I can see that this is one of the side effects. My diet has not changed in the 3 years I have been on Metropolol yet my weight has gradually gone up.
Last August I stepped up my workout regime to 4 times a week with plenty of cardiovascular work in each workout. At my last Dr. checkup, the weight had gone up 4 poiunds. I would like to hear if others on Metropolol are experiencing the same problem. It seems the harder I workout, the more the weight goes on; and I don't believe it is all muscle.
58 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-24 16:28:09
Member Answer/Reply:
I think that your suspicion is probably right. I've thought the same thing myself. I am in my early 50's and have been on metoprolol for about 5 years. During that time I have noticed that weight seemed to go on a lot easier, I think due to the medication in part (In my case age and hormones may play a part also).The metoprolol was perscribed for me because of a rapid heartbeat, no actual heart problem or high blood pressure. About 2 years ago, I decided to seriously "attack" my weight problem and through really hard work & diligent food management I was able to lose 20 pounds over 6 months time. I felt great and at a yearly checkup with my primary care doctor asked him if he thought I could cut my metoprolol pills(50mg taken twice a day) in half each time(25 mg & 25mg). He agreed, so I tried it. I kept up with my exercise routine & diet and dropped more weight that seemed to come off easier.I would suggest that you talk with your doctor and see if you are taking too high of a mg pill.
It does slow down the heartrate (and I assume the metabolism). Don't try anything on your own without checking with your doctor first, but suggest it to him. See what happens.
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-25 23:14:11
Member Answer/Reply:
I've been on metropolol for about 3 years, and my weight has been stable. I don't even get to exercise as much as I should-maybe you should try to find out if there is another cause for the weight gain, or it may affect males differently than females
67 year old female
68 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-04 18:11:53
Member Answer/Reply:
I have been on Toprol-XL & Diovan HCT for 7 years. My weight was stable until my pharmacy began substituting Metropolol & I too have seen a steady weight gain even with increased activity.
50 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-05 14:48:06
Member Answer/Reply:
I've seen a weight gain since taking metoprolol. The weight came after toprol was substituted by metoprolol. I'll have to take the weight gain because the benefits for me are worth a littl extra weight.
58 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-06 00:57:26
Member Answer/Reply:
I am a 55 year old female and have gained about 10 pounds in the last 6 months. I just saw this note about weight gain with Metropolol. And my weight gain coincides with the change from Toprol XL to the generic Metropolol. My diet has not changed and I work out 4 to 5 times a week so I could not figure out why I was gaining weight.
I just recently renewed my prescription and I specifically told my doctor I did not want the generic substitute for Toprol XL because of the size of the tablet. Then I came home and had the letter about Metropolol being recalled and found these comments about weight gain.
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-07 15:35:20
Member Answer/Reply:
I'm a 37-year-old female. I have been on Metoprolol for about a year and a half and have been eating the same diet and have been continuously gaining weight. I have never had a weight problem before. I'm considering going off the medication because of the weight gain. I use metoprolol to regulate my heart rate and prevent fainting episodes due to autonomic dysfunction.
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-08 22:46:35
Member Answer/Reply:
I also take metoprolo and have went from 137 to 144. I can't seem to loose the extra weight.
It doesn't matter if I exercise or eat less.
60 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-17 22:56:36
Member Answer/Reply:
I was put on Metoprolol about a year ago due to heart palpatations. During that time I took it which was about 8 months, I gained 15 lbs. (on my 5'2 frame) but didn't attribute it to the meds. I am hypoglycemic, so I am very aware of everything I eat and my sugar levels and I don't eat a lot of junk. The last couple of months I was taking it, I experienced dizziness, depression, extreme fatigue and other symptoms of the like. My doc decided to wean me off the Metoprolol due to those symptoms. That was in Oct. I had a follow up appt in Dec. and had dropped 4 lbs. Yay! It was only then that I realized the med. had caused my weight gain. Over the past 4 months, I have dropped the 15 lbs. without changing my diet or exercise regimen at all. Just happy to be off the med. and my weight down and most importantly, I feel a heck of a lot better. The heat palpatations have not returned as of yet and is being monitored. In my opinion, not a very good medication to take!
36 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-18 14:36:02
Member Answer/Reply:
I've been on Toprol and then Metropolol for quite a while, and have not noticed any weight gain from the medicine.
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-18 19:06:40
Member Answer/Reply:
I to have trouble with my weight. Can't work out but I changed my diet even more (insulin diabetic),
56 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-23 23:17:06
Member Answer/Reply:
Weight gain is a side effect of any beta-blocker. Metoprolol is supposed to be more cardiac specific so it should have less side effects than others like Atenolol. It really comes down to your body and how it reacts to the drug. Try increasing your fiber and water intake if it slows down your digestion as that may be the cause of the weight gain. The longer food remains in your small intestines the more absorption increases and can lead to weight gain without any changes in diet.
31 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-29 19:27:15
Question/Comment:
I was just prescribed this medication and when looking for the black box info, as suggested on the printout from the pharmacy, I discovered the NDC lot printed on the sheet has been recalled. I was supposed to take my first dose tonight, but because I've not yet started, am calling the pharmacist tomorrow to determine what to do and if I should indeed start it or see about something else. (Weekend and dr is impossible to get a hold of during regular office hours)
Just like I need anything else to affect my blood pressure... rolleyes.
40 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-20 20:44:49
Member Answer/Reply:
Check this (IGuard) web site for the info on the recall of Metroprol. One of the makers of this drug recalled theirs because of some kind of screw-up, so maybe that is your problem. Call the pharmacy that gave you the medication and ask them what is going on.
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-02 12:47:11
Member Answer/Reply:
what is the black box information
39 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-17 07:48:24
Question/Comment:
I need to know if diovan can be takin if someone is allergic to sulfa.
64 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-17 20:18:17
iGuard Answer/Reply:
Diovan and metoprolol may be taken by someone with sulfa allergy. Although rare, it is important to note that people may have an allergic reaction to their medication regardless of having a sulfa allergy. If you ever experience itching, rash or difficulty breathing when starting a new medication, follow up with your doctor as soon as possible.
Posted: 2009-02-23 11:06:41
Question/Comment:
I am a 30 year old female with high bp off and on for 10 years. Oct 2008 found out that my heart rate was fast. My Dr. started me on 50 mg Metoprolol and 25 mg HCTZ. After a few more appointments increased Met. to 100 mg in morning and another 50 at night. For the last 2 weeks I have had pain/pressure in left side of chest, upper back, shoulder, and neck. Dr. is unsure the cause. Put me on Prilosec and sending me to Cardiologist for stress test/ echo cardiogram. Also being tested for tumors on adrenal glands. Nights seem to bring on symptoms. Wake up frequently with pain, shaking, vivid dreams, left arm/shoulder tingling, and/or racing heart. Confused if these are symptoms or side effects.
31 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-06 13:26:27
Member Answer/Reply:
Vivid dream are one of the side effects of Metoprolol. Shaking, tingling or racing heart could also be anxiety attacks. Go to the cardiologist so they can straigten everything out. I find I feel worse at night and sometimes wake up with the racing heart and tingling in my hands. I think I may be having some anxiety with my palpitation problems.
40 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-06 23:07:24
Member Answer/Reply:
Thank you for your reply. I was thinking that I could be having anxiety attacks, too. It seems that if that is what I am experiencing it is only when my blood pressure is really high. I haven't done much research into that yet, to see if the two are related. It really is a horrible feeling...unlike anything that I have felt before!
31 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-08 22:20:23
Member Answer/Reply:
You need to see a cardiologist. I have supraventricular tachycardia that was masked by metoprolol for many years. (Supraventricular Tachycardia also known as SVT makes your heart go fast.) The cardiologist will have to do tests to find out if this is what you have. I was 28 when I was diagnosed. (I am 35 now, and my SVT is controlled by medication....)
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-10 19:34:24
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I am a 47 yr old female who began taking Toprol XL 25 for hbp about 7 years ago with no adverse side effects. I switched to the generic Metoprolol 25 about 18 months ago. This past November, I begtan to occasionally experience shortness of breath and sharp pains in my chest. By the end of January these symptoms were occuring with enough frequency that I decided to see my doctor. I had a normal ekg, my blood work looked great and I have no family history of premature heart desease. I'll be doing a stress test next week, but my doctor just can't believe I would have heart desease considering my age and health condition. This drug recall has me wondering if the Metoprolol has brought on these symptoms. I'm in the process of trying to report my symptoms to the Ethex Corp.
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-11 14:01:11
Member Answer/Reply:
Try adding an extra pillow, and if you are having pain in your chest, neck, and upper back, you need to go to an emergency room. And wow, that is a lot of Toprol, aren't you super sleepy? Most women's heart problems are on the right side of the heart, who knows why. I hope you get a good cardiologist. If the stress test and the echo doesn't show anything, and this keeps up, INSIST on a catherization so they can go in there and find out what it is. I kept playing their game of non invasive tests for over a year, finally had a heart attack, then they decided maybe I really did have pain in my chest.
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-02 12:41:19
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Female 58: Since starting Metoprolol,have been having alot of problems,with fatigue,night and sometime day fast heart beat and vivid nightmares.The fast heart beats had been suffering frmo them all my life,but about 8 years ago had a special surgery to remove them,but this medication has started them all over again, the bad part about this ones,is that i do not feel them coming,so I can not stop them like I use to,the only way i know that i had them is I am bathe in sweat,have a strange feeling within me and i am also very tired. Have has stress testing,echocardiograms,ekg's and everything comes back normal.
Have always been an active mom,especially when your daughter is a cheerleader,but nowI only want to sleep. And Doctor just keeps saying it will go away. Yea right
60 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-04 06:52:22
Question/Comment:
For me, as far as I can tell, Toprol XL has no side effects. I've been on it for about 6 +/- years along with HTCZ for High BP. My problem comes when I forget or fall asleep before I take my meds. The following day, if I neglect to take it when I get up in the morning, I get some slight pressure in my chest which doesnt really hurt but is uncomfortable. Similar to palpatations.
60 yr old female
41 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-05 03:46:05
Member Answer/Reply:
To 60 Y/O Female:
As a person very familar with Toprol-XR this drug is actually adding protection for your Blood Pressure and your CardioVascular system.You should follow up with a cardiologist ASAP for the "pressure" your having especially when you forget to take the Toprol. This is very important!
70 yr. old female
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-04 08:53:26
Question/Comment:
i take 10 mg of norvasc for my HP but today i seen my doc and she gave me metoprolol succ er 50mg and she told me to take the met at night and the norvasc in the morning. i was wondering if anyone takes this and if so what are the side effects if any. and is the metoprolol a hihg dose. thank you very much.
41 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-30 20:48:17
Member Answer/Reply:
I can only comment on the Metroprolol. 25 mg is the lowest does I think they have. You can spilt the pill and have 12.5 in the morning and 12.5 in the evening. That is how my cardiologist told me to take it. It is time released but she feels this works the best. I don't take it for blood pressure problems. I take it for pvs (skipped beats).
40 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-01 00:23:57
Member Answer/Reply:
ty very much for your advise.
41 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-02 23:30:13
Member Answer/Reply:
i took 1tablets 25mg and my pressure 83/53 too low
68 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-04-18 18:26:01
Member Answer/Reply:
Metoprolol succ er 50mg has been voluntarily recalled by the manufacturer www.ethex.com and the FDA. The recall letter by the FDA says that their is possibility that the pills had much more medication in them then stated. I have had severe headaches and stroke like symptoms since December. This medication may or may not have something to do with it. Check with your doctor.
The FDA has the voluntary recall posted on their website. The Toporol version (non generic) was not effected.
48 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-03 08:30:39
Member Answer/Reply:
I also was on Metropol Succ ER 50 mg. and had a TIA on 1/14/09. My first. A second one a couple hrs. later and another one (very mild for the last one) a week later. None since and I, of course am not on it now. The first TIA lated 40 mins. or more.
Next thing I know, it was being recalled. I have read of others having strokes while on this stuff. so, I would like to hear of others.
THX for the info.
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-18 22:23:47
Question/Comment:
I have only been on metoprolol er 25 mg for 10 days now. My only symptom is dizziness. I have a doctor appt. beginning of February and plan to discuss this with him if it is still going on,.
41 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-21 14:14:38
Member Answer/Reply:
Metoprolol from Sandoz andEthex have been RECALLED!!!!!
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-25 19:52:01
Question/Comment:
Question? Been on 50 mg of metoprolol since 9/08. Occasionally get a sharp pain in my chest when exerting ie. shoveling, playing with the grandkids, bending over and lifting. Never had this before. Got concerned and had a EKG with a stress test. Didn't get the pain but the Doc stopped the test at 145 and informed me that I had a blocked arterie. Due to have a stint (?) installed in a week! I am not necessarily buying into this 100%. Seems like a conflict with this new medication. Never had a problem and am very healthy, eat right, don't smoke, drink little to nothing and get my share of excerise. Have had high blood pressure for several years which has been treated by meds like lisiniprol and hydrochlorthyzide. Anyone experience this before on this beta blocker? Should I get a 2nd opinion? Worried in VT.
64 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-15 12:21:34
Member Answer/Reply:
I've been on metoprol 50mg for 8yrs since having 4 stents inserted. don't smoke anymore. drink 2-3 pts of beer everyday. have put on some weight. maybe the beer ! do get quite a bit of exercise daily. also use other drugs to assist. no significant chest discomfort. I'm 67
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-21 14:16:09
Member Answer/Reply:
I am a 70 year old female and do not smoke or drink and look the picture of health. I was also on hydrochlorthyzide and lisiniprol but was changed to metoprolal and also sular, not taken together. I have experienced a pain also but when I mention this, doesn't seem to be a issue with Dr. Have been on this drug for less than a year with check ups pretty often as I am on coumadin also.
A second opinion might be in order and might make you feel more confident. After all, it is your body and YOU are the one going thru the procedure.
Good luck to you-hope you post results from your experience and what you decide.
71 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-21 16:54:57
Member Answer/Reply:
Hello Sir, I am 45 and had my first heart attact 37 years, 2nd at 42, I take 50mg of metmprolol, along with a shelf full. After my 1st one iI could handle a stress test up to 160, when they are pumping me up. Now I handle about 145 max. Stints now adays are not bad at all I have 8, they are actually making it a one day procedure, if your a good patient and I'm not, my Dr. is Sanfilippo in Jefferson City and I owe him my life twice. I have been all over the emergency room and its no fun, I cannot tell someone what to do, but I would seriously consider it, it does not even hurt.Sincerely MCrawley0963@aol.com
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-22 14:40:14
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I've been on metoprolol 50 mg for about 5 years now. Take with 160 mg of Diovan for HBP. 53 year old male. I have not notice any side effect at all. Do 2 miles every other day on a tread mill at 3.8 mph for 35 minutes. No pain of any kind.
54 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-22 14:41:10
Member Answer/Reply:
Hi Worried in VT:
I would sure have my cardiologist do an echocardiogram & a nuclear stress test. If those are inconclusive, then I'd have a heart catheterization before I let them put a stent in. That would show any blockage. Yes, there's risk w/a heart cath, but there's lots of risk w/a stent implant. Hope you do just fine, no matter what you decide.
68 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-23 16:33:56
Member Answer/Reply:
I thought the sharp pains in my chest was just muscle spasms but now I wonder. My doctor insists that I continue on Toprol XL but after reading alerts I have become scared to continue. I originally started taking it for my racing heart that even wakes me up when I sleep. My family (grandmother, mother, daughter plus me) have or had this problem. My daughter's problem is really bad but she stopped pills because she said these just made it worse.
My doctor says until FDA says its bad and takes it off the market I should continue to take Toprol XL. I am having mixed emotions about this now. I am thinking of weaning myself off shortly and see what happens.
Fay
63 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-31 22:46:46
Member Answer/Reply:
I've been on Metoprolol since '94 and Doc says it's keeping me alive....I'm all for that!!!
To Worried: by all means get a second opinion! That's always our option and it's perhaps safer that way. But as far as your blocked artery....pay attention!
I had severe pain in L arm, lower jaw and pressure in chest and got really scared; took about 4 aspirin, and my husband took me to the ER. By that time, the aspirin (and I bless it daily!) had saved me.They could no longer detect heart attack. After extensive tests and an angiogram, found that I'd had a myocardial infarction and my right coronary artery was 90% blocked. A stent was put in, and in '06 a second stent. So far, so good!
Re the second opinion, the young cardiologist suggested I'd had a bout of acid reflux not a heart attack. I told him I knew the difference between a bellyache and something more serious; that he'd had a lot more schooling that I had, but he hadn't lived in this body for 65 years!!! Thanks to my own doctor, the problem was found and fixed!
Best of luck to you, my friend!!
71 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-09 13:19:55
Member Answer/Reply:
Update on Worried in Vt with that chest pain and the blockage. Did the cath trick and found a 90% blocked artery feeding the left side of my heart. Couldn't be fixed! Kept over for emergency surgery and had five bypasses two days later. My condition is referred to as the "Widow Maker" so I guess I am grateful for the help I received at the hospital. Been three weeks now and I am recovering quickly. Thank God I went to the Dr. when I did.
64 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-18 16:09:01
Member Answer/Reply:
Guess you have your stent by now..... or maybe not. Doesn't matter whether or not you drink or smoke or eat healthy, some peoples bodies, (mine) just make extra plague in arteries. Stress, even the little nit picky kind makes it much, much worse. I have taken Toprol since 2004 when I had a heart attack, this is the best one (blood pressure/beta blocker) for me, didn't make me real sleepy like the others. I have four stents now, two in 2004, then another in 2006 and another in 2007. I've learned alot. This IGuard is a great web site to keep your pharmacy honest. Medication can be your friend or kill you. Stick with these guys. They have brought conflicts to my attention that my pharmacy missed, more than once.
63 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-03-02 12:35:10
Question/Comment:
I have been taking 100mg of Toprol XL twice daily now for several years and have gained over 100 lbs! It seems to make me overly tired also.
50 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-14 14:43:04
Question/Comment:
Anyone out there have itching problems? My head has intense itching. I am trying this medicine again because last time I lost hair on it. I am taking it for skipped beats. So far only on it for 6 days. That is when the intching started. Now I'm worried the hair is going to start. The cardiologist said she didn't feel the hair loss was from the toprel but it stopped once I stopped taking the meds last time.
40 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-13 09:27:11
Member Answer/Reply:
Hair loss is listed under the more serious not to be tolerated side effects of this drug according to the Wikipedia description. I would definitely mention this to a doctor and monitor your reaction to this drug. Recording anything that might be important to discuss with your doctor. If your doctor will not listen a second opinion may be necessary. Good Luck.
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-15 12:39:32
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I have been taking Metoprol for over 10 years, and it seems to work in lowering the BP. However, just in this past year I have a SEVERE CASE of ITCHING. The itching started on my legs, then chest and stomach, now on scalp of head. It drives me crazy -- to the point that I use a very still hairbrush as a scratcher. "Must be the dry winter air - try a humidifier." One doctor suggested more baths; another said fewer baths. One said use benadryl lotion; others have routinely said Lanacane, Cortisone, and a plethora of other snake remedies. Now, months later all seem to agree that it is a side effect of one of the many (14 at last count) drugs I am taking for BP, diabetes, gout, and cholesterol. (Dont panic: it's not as bad as it sounds!) But none of them are willing to guess which. (The kidney doctor said surely it was Allopurinal (for gout). I stopped taking it for 3 weeks, with no effect, no change. Voo Doo docs at the mercy of the drug manufacturers.
69 year old Male – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-22 12:36:09
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I'm tellin you it's the beta blocker. I started it for the second time and after 5 days I started with the scalp itching. That night I counldn't control it it was keeping me up. I stopped the medicine the next day and by the following day the itching was gone. I also tried this medicine last April with the same thing but I didn't stop and my hair also started falling out. I thought it was originally my new shampoo but obviously it was the metroprol.
40 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-22 19:51:48
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I've experienced the intense itching on my scalp. I actually keep turining on the lamp and night to see if there were bugs crawling on me. The metroprol was to blame.
40 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-18 18:01:21
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I am on 1 mg of Ropinirole and 50 mg of Metoprolol and have developed a rash on legs and itching all over. Am currently trying to determine which one is causing the itching. Have you found anything yet?
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-18 19:05:46
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I just stopped taking Metoprolol Tartrate 50 mg because my hair's falling out. I hope this is the culprit. I had the same problem last year & the demon was hydrochlorothiazide. When I stopped that & went on the Metoprolol, my hair grew back in...for about six mos. Then it started falling out again, so I stopped the Metop. & am trying a new med.
68 year old Female – Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-23 16:38:33
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I HAVE BEEN TAKING METOPROLOL FOR ABOUT THREE YEARS . ALL IN ALL IT SEEMS TO BE HELPING WITH MY MITRAL VALVE PROLAPSE AND RAPID HEART RATE. I HAVE JUST NOW STARTED TO NOTICE A GREAT DEAL OF HAIR LOSS. I USED TO HAVE VERY THICK HAIR - NOW IT IS VERY THIN AND TOTALLY DIFFERENT IN TEXTURE? I AM HOPING THIS IS THE CULPRIT, SO I WILL GRADUALLY STOP TAKING THIS TO SEE IF THERE IS ANY IMPROVEMENT. OH- 26 YEARS OLD SO NOT DUE TO AGE
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-02-04 23:52:38
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Now that you mention it I have had the sharp pain in my chest and also the itching. I had two stress tests one nulear and they show a similiar skipped beats. I have been on it for 6 years,
Source: iGuard
Posted: 2009-01-23 17:16:11
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