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Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated June 2026
Metoprolol succinate extended-release 12.5 mg (per tablet)
Hypertension (high blood pressure), angina (chest pain), chronic stable heart failure (as adjunct therapy), rate control in certain tachyarrhythmias; may be used for secondary prevention after myocardial infarction as per physician advice
Metoprolol is a cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker. It reduces heart rate and contractility, lowering blood pressure and myocardial oxygen demand. The XR formulation releases medicine slowly to provide 24-hour control.
Take by mouth once daily at the same time each day, with or without food. Swallow the extended-release tablet whole; do not crush/chew/split unless advised. Dose is individualized; do not stop suddenly without medical supervision.
Common side effects of Metolar XR 12.5 may include:

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Do not stop abruptly (may worsen angina/trigger heart attack). Use with caution in asthma/COPD (may cause bronchospasm), diabetes (may mask hypoglycaemia symptoms), thyroid disorders, peripheral vascular disease, liver impairment, and in patients with low heart rate/heart block. Contraindicated in severe bradycardia, second/third-degree AV block, cardiogenic shock, and acute decompensated heart failure unless directed by a specialist. Monitor pulse and blood pressure regularly.