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Metoprolol

Metoprolol is a beta-1 blocker used for selected blood-pressure, angina and rhythm conditions. Listed uses include Hypertension and Angina Pectoris.

Toprol

Hypertension, Angina Pectoris

25 · 50 · 100mg

Metoprolol 25mg, 50mg and 100mg prolonged-release tablets, used in the management of hypertension and angina pectoris. Selective beta-1 blockade.

From$0.56/ tabletView

Beloc

Hypertension, Angina Pectoris, Arrhythmia

20 · 40mg

Metoprolol 20mg and 40mg tablets, used in the management of hypertension, angina pectoris and arrhythmia. A selective beta-1 receptor antagonist.

From$0.38/ tabletView

Toprol XL

Hypertension, Angina Pectoris

25 · 50 · 100mg

Toprol XL is metoprolol 25mg to 100mg in a modified-release tablet for hypertension, angina and prophylaxis after myocardial infarction.

From$0.77/ tabletView

Lopressor

Hypertension, Angina Pectoris

25 · 50 · 100mg

Metoprolol 25mg, 50mg and 100mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of hypertension, angina pectoris and myocardial infarction. A beta-1 blocker.

From$0.65/ tabletView

Key points

  • Immediate- and modified-release products are not automatically interchangeable.
  • It can slow heart rate and mask some low-glucose warning signs.
  • Do not stop suddenly; fainting or severe breathlessness needs urgent care.

Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.

Important safety checks

Heart rhythm, heart failure, asthma, diabetes, liver health and other rate-slowing medicines require review.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for fainting, severe wheeze, chest pain, confusion or a very slow or irregular heartbeat.

Further reading

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