BETABLOCK XL25 (25mg Metoprolol ER)

Product Information

Betablock XL 25 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (heart-related chest pain), and irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias). It is also prescribed to prevent migraines, future heart attacks, and strokes.

This medicine lowers the heart rate, reduces strain on the heart, and improves blood circulation. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines.

Why is this Medication Prescribed?

Betablock is prescribed to:

• Control high blood pressure
• Treat angina and irregular heart rhythms
• Prevent recurrent heart attacks and strokes
• Reduce frequency of migraines 

Uses

• Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Treatment of angina (chest pain)
• Treatment of arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats)
• Prevention of heart attack
• Prevention of migraine 

Benefits

• In Hypertension:
  • Slows heart rate and decreases force of contraction
  • Lowers blood pressure, reducing long-term risks of stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems
• In Angina:
  • Improves oxygen supply to the heart
  • Reduces chest pain and frequency of angina attacks
  • Improves exercise tolerance and daily activity
• In Arrhythmia:
  • Stabilizes heart rhythm
  • Helps normalize or slow down abnormal heartbeats
• In Prevention of Heart Attack:
  • Eases workload on the heart
  • Reduces chance of recurrent heart attack
  • Improves survival when started soon after a heart attack
• In Migraine Prevention:
  • Modifies brain electrical activity and blood flow
  • Reduces frequency and severity of migraine attacks
  • Improves quality of life

How Should this Medicine be Used?

• Take with or without food (preferably the same way each time)
• Take at the same time every day
• Swallow whole with water; do not crush or chew
• Continue long-term, as prescribed — stopping suddenly may worsen your condition
• It may take weeks for full benefit; continue even if you feel well
• Avoid alcohol as it may increase side effects

Special Precautions

Before taking Betablock, inform your doctor if you:

• Have liver problems
• Have severe heart failure, very slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, or very low blood pressure
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding (consult your doctor before use)

Monitoring:

• Regular blood pressure and heart rate checks may be required

Possible Side Effects

Most side effects are mild and improve with continued use. Contact your doctor if persistent or severe.

Common side effects:

• Fatigue or tiredness
• Headache
• Slow heart rate
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Nausea
• Breathlessness

Storage & Disposal

• Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and heat
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Do not use expired tablets
• Dispose of unused medicine safely as advised by your pharmacist

Emergency Guidance

• In case of overdose, seek emergency help immediately
• Symptoms may include fainting, severe dizziness, very slow heart rate, or difficulty breathing
• If accidentally taken by a child, call emergency services right away