Met XL 12.5 Tablet

Composition of Met XL 12.5 Tablet

Met XL 12.5 Tablet contains Metoprolol Succinate (11.8mg). It belongs to the Beta blocker class of medicines.

Uses of Met XL 12.5 Tablet

Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Treatment of Arrhythmia Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Prevention of Migraine Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Met XL 12.5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly
• and as long as it is prescribed
• for it to work effectively. In Treatment of Arrhythmia Met XL 12.5 Tablet is used to stabilize heart rhythms (particularly atrial fibrillation). It helps in normalizing an abnormal heart rhythm
• preventing it from occurring in the first place or slowing down the heart rate during an episode. In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Met XL 12.5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called long-acting beta-blocker. Met XL 12.5 Tablet works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps it to beat with less force. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke
• a heart attack
• other heart problems
• or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective
• so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor. In Prevention of Migraine Met XL 12.5 Tablet helps change electrical activity in the brain
• reduce the flow of blood in your brain or increase activity in a region of the brain associated with migraines. By preventing and reducing the frequency of migraine attacks
• the medicine can help you carry out your daily activities and improve your quality of life. In Prevention of heart attack and stroke Met XL 12.5 Tablet helps lower your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective
• so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor. Show More

How Met XL 12.5 Tablet works

Met XL 12.5 Tablet is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body. Met XL 12.5 Tablet prevents migraines by blocking stress hormones, stabilizing blood vessels, and calming nerve activity. This reduces sudden blood flow changes and physical stress, lowering migraine frequency and severity.

How to take Met XL 12.5 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Met XL 12.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food. Avoid Met XL 12.5 Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Met XL 12.5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a dangerously slow heartbeat, a severe fall in blood pressure, wheezing and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Met XL 12.5 Tablet

Most side effects of Met XL are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Met XL 12.5 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Never stop this medicine suddenly. Stopping abruptly can cause a sharp rise in blood pressure, worsening chest pain or a heart attack — your doctor will reduce it gradually. Tell your doctor if you have asthma or long-standing lung disease; this group can tighten the airways. If you have diabetes, be aware that this medicine can mask the early warning signs of low blood sugar, apart from sweating. Report a resting pulse that is persistently very slow, or fainting.

Do not take Met XL if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a very slow heart rate, certain heart block disorders, or uncontrolled heart failure. Generally avoided in severe asthma.

Interactions with other medicines

Combining with verapamil or diltiazem can slow the heart dangerously. Tell your doctor about diabetes medicines and about any asthma inhaler.

How to store Met XL 12.5 Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Met XL 12.5 Tablet

Met XL 12.5 Tablet should be taken once a day regularly at the same time. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack. It may also be used to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease). Lifestyle changes like a low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine work better. It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Do not stop taking Met XL 12.5 Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Ajanta Pharma Ltd

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Beta blocker

Chemical class:

Tyrosol derivative