The medicine that help us: Metoprolol.

uses of Metoprolol

Metoprolol is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain ( angina ) , heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.

Metoprolol works by blocking action of certain natural chemicals in your body ( such as epinephrine ) that affect heart and blood vessels. This results in a lowering of heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on heart.

how to use of Metoprolol

Take Metoprolol by mouth usually once daily in morning, with or without food, or as directed by your doctor. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. Remember to use it at the same time each day.

Swallow Metoprolol whole. Don't crush, chew, or break tablet before swallowing.

Metoprolol is not effective if you use it only when chest pain or a migraine headache occurs. It's very important to take this medication regularly as prescribed to help prevent these conditions.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. It may take one or two weeks before full benefit of Metoprolol takes effect. It's important to continue taking Metoprolol even if we feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.

Don't suddenly stop taking Metoprolol without consulting your doctor. Your condition may become worse when drug is suddenly stopped. Refer to Warning section.

other used of Metoprolol

This section contains uses of Metoprolol that aren't listed in the approved professional labeling for drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use Metoprolol for a condition that's listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.

Metoprolol may also be used for irregular heartbeats, migraine headache prevention, and after an acute heart attack to improve survival.

side effects of Metoprolol

We may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, tiredness, diarrhea, unusual dreams, trouble sleeping, or vision problems as your body adjusts to medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed Metoprolol because he or she has judged that benefit to we is greater than risk of side effects. Many people using Metoprolol don't have serious side effects.

Metoprolol 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.

With some brands of Metoprolol, an empty tablet shell may appear in your stool. This is harmless.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur:

In the unlikely event we have a serious allergic reaction to Metoprolol, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include:

This isn't a complete list of possible side effects. If we notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

precautions of Metoprolol

Before taking Metoprolol, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if we have any other allergies.

Metoprolol shouldn't be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if we have:

Before using Metoprolol, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that we are taking Metoprolol.

If we have diabetes, Metoprolol may mask fast/pounding heartbeat we would usually feel when your blood sugar level falls too low ( hypoglycemia ) . Other symptoms of a low blood sugar level such as dizziness or sweating are unaffected by Metoprolol.

Metoprolol may make we dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages.

To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a seated or lying position.

Metoprolol should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks ( e. g. , low birth weight ) and benefits with your doctor.

Metoprolol passes into breast milk. While there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

interactions of Metoprolol

Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring we for it. Don't start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.

Metoprolol should not be used with following medications because very serious interactions may occur while use Metoprolol:

If we are currently using any of these medications, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting Metoprolol.

Before using Metoprolol, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of:

Check the labels on all your medicines ( e. g. , cough-and-cold products, diet aids ) because they may contain ingredients that could increase your heart rate or blood pressure. Ask your pharmacist about safe use of those products.

This document doesn't contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using Metoprolol, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all products we use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share list with your doctor and pharmacist.

Delivery options for Metoprolol

Prostate Cancer Chemoprevention By A Flavonoid Supplemented Diet In The Transgenic Adenonocarcinoma Of The Murine Prostate ( TRAMP ) Model

ORLANDO, FL ( UroToday. com ) - Dietary and environmental factors have been postulated to account for differences in prostate cancer incidence and mortality worldwide. Amongst many dietary components implicated in apparent chemopreventive effect of the components implicated in apparent chemopreventive effect of Asian diet is group of micronutrients called flavonoids, consumed in high amounts in these regions. In previous screening experiments, this group of Canadian researchers identified 4 flavonoids ( 2, 2'-dihydroxychalcone [DHC], fisetin, quercetin and luteolin ) with anti-proliferative effects in prostate cancer cell lines. The researchers hypothesized that oral consumption of these flavonoids reduces the incidence and progression of prostate cancer in a transgenic animal model.

They used Transgenic Adenocarcinoma of the Murine Prostate ( TRAMP ) model. Mice ( 20 per group ) were fed one of 4 diets ad libitum for 28 weeks from weaning: 1 ) Flavonoid free control, 2 ) 1% fisetin, 3 ) 1%DHC, and 4 ) 1% combination flavonoid diet. Mice underwent weekly body weight measurements and were monitored for signs of toxicity. At 32 weeks of age, mice were sacrificed and serum and tissue collected for further analysis.

There was a 63% reduction in wet prostate tumor weight in the combination flavonoid group compared to control ( mean 2. 2g vs 5. 8g, p=0. 0033 ) . In addition, we observed a 44% reduction in the number of mice with histologic evidence of prostate cancer in combination flavonoid group compared to flavonoid-free control, with non-significant reductions noted for fisetin and DHC alone groups. There was no evidence of toxicity based on body weight measurements, histological examination of major organs and hematological parameters. Analysis of flavonoid levels by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry confirmed target site availability of unaltered flavonoid in prostate tissue.

They conclude that a combination flavonoid died can inhibit progression of prostate carcinogenesis in a transgenic model.

Presented by Ahmed Haddad, MD, Vasundara Venkateswaran, MD, Neil E Fleshner, MD, Linda M Sugar, MD, Emma Guns, MD, and Laurence H Klotz, MD, at Annual Meeting of American Urological Association ( AUA ) - May 17 - 22, 2008. Orange County Convention Center - Orlando, Florida, USA.

Reported by UroToday. com Contributing Editor Christopher P. Evans, MD, FACS

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