Is it safe to use Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) in elderly patients?

Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) is generally safe for use in elderly patients . When Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) was administered as monotherapy or in combination with other medications, it was effective in maintaining blood pressure in a majority of elderly hypertensive patients .

Does Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) affect sleep?

Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) can pass through the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and have an impact on sleep quality by causing more awakenings and increasing the amount of awake time after onset of sleep .

Can Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) cause a low heart rate?

Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) can cause a lowering of the heart rate and cardiac output. In some patients, this will lead to an excessive lowering of the heart rate and result in bradycardia .

Does Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) cause weight gain?

Yes, Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) causes weight gain as a side effect in the first few months of treatment. Consult a healthcare professional if rapid weight gain occurs while taking this medication .

What happens if Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) is suddenly discontinued?

Do not stop taking this medication without consulting a healthcare professional. Sudden withdrawal of the drug may cause withdrawal symptoms like chest pain and a heart attack .

Drug Price - Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) - 10 Tablet (Metoprolol)

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Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) (Metoprolol - Combination) Drug Price and Information

Information Checked by - Dr. M. Sree Mohana Preetha, Pharm D

Further Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Pharm D

Last Updated on Aug 06, 2022

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Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) - Unilex Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd.

Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) Tablet

Generic : Metoprolol

₹ 69

50mg/5mg

Combination of Generics : Metoprolol 50mg+ Amlodipine 5mg

Price Updated on Aug 06, 2022

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When is Metolex-AM (50mg/5mg) prescribed?

It is prescribed for -

⇨ High Blood Pressure

⇨ Diabetes and Hypertension

⇨ Hyperthyroidism

⇨ Migraine

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Published on Jul 14, 2016
Last Updated on Aug 06, 2022