Metoray XL 25 Tablet

Composition of Metoray XL 25 Tablet

Metoray XL 25 Tablet contains Metoprolol succinate extended-release 25 mg. It belongs to the Beta-blocker (cardioselective beta-1 blocker) class of medicines.

Uses of Metoray XL 25 Tablet

• Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure)
• angina pectoris (chest pain)
• chronic heart failure (stable)
• and to reduce risk of cardiovascular events as prescribed

Key benefits

• Lowers high blood pressure
• Reduces frequency of angina
• Helps control heart rate
• Improves outcomes in stable heart failure
• Provides 24-hour BP control with once-daily XL dosing

How Metoray XL 25 Tablet works

Metoprolol is a cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker. It reduces heart rate, cardiac output and renin release, thereby lowering blood pressure and decreasing the heart’s oxygen demand. The XL (extended-release) form provides controlled drug release over 24 hours.

How to take Metoray XL 25 Tablet

Tablet for oral use. Take once daily at the same time each day, preferably with or immediately after food; swallow whole with water—do not crush or chew (extended-release). Dose and duration as prescribed; do not stop suddenly without medical advice.

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

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

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 Metoray XL 25 Tablet

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

• Dizziness
• fatigue
• slow heart rate (bradycardia)
• low blood pressure
• headache
• nausea
• diarrhea/constipation
• cold hands and feet
• sleep disturbance

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 Metoray XL 25 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Do not stop abruptly (may worsen angina or trigger heart attack). Use with caution in asthma/COPD, diabetes (may mask hypoglycemia), thyroid disorders, peripheral vascular disease, kidney/liver impairment, and in patients with slow pulse, heart block, or acute decompensated heart failure. Monitor blood pressure and pulse regularly. Seek urgent care for very slow heartbeat, fainting, wheeze/shortness of breath, or swelling/rapid weight gain.

Do not take Metoray 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

Other antihypertensives (additive hypotension), verapamil/diltiazem, digoxin (bradycardia/heart block), antiarrhythmics (e.g., amiodarone), clonidine (rebound hypertension on withdrawal), insulin/oral antidiabetics (masked hypoglycemia), NSAIDs (may reduce BP control), CYP2D6 inhibitors such as fluoxetine/paroxetine/quinidine (increase metoprolol levels)

How to store Metoray XL 25 Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Metoray XL 25 Tablet

Take it at the same time each day and do not miss doses. Learn to check your own pulse, and report a persistently slow one.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CRESHA LIFESCIENCES

Therapeutic class:

Antihypertensive

Drug class:

Beta-blocker (cardioselective beta-1 blocker)