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POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET Substitute

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Composition:

METOPROLOL SUCCINATE-25MG

Uses:

<p>POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET is used in the treatment of High blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), and heart attack (myocardial infarction). The detailed uses of POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Treatment of Hypertension: </strong>POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET controls high blood pressure by reducing the heart rate and the force of contraction, thereby lowering blood pressure.</li><li><strong>Prevention of Heart-related Chest Pain: </strong>POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET prevents chest pain (angina) by reducing the workload on the heart and improving blood flow to the heart muscle.</li><li><strong>Control of Abnormal Heart Rhythms:</strong> POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET helps manage irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias) by slowing the heart rate and stabilizing the heart's rhythm, reducing symptoms and improving heart function.</li><li><strong>Management of Heart Attack: </strong>POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET is used to manage heart attack (myocardial infarction) by reducing the workload on the heart and preventing further damage.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body.
  • This medicine lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future.
  • POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headache and tremors (fits).

FAQs

POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), and heart attack (myocardial infarction).

POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Thereby, lowers blood pressure.

High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the blood vessels of the heart, brain, kidney and might result in stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.

Do not stop taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET without consulting your doctor, as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET.

Consult your doctor before taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET if you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) as it might mask the symptoms or make it difficult to recognise the signs of thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone in the body).

Consult your doctor before taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET with anti-diabetic medicines as it might mask the signs of low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET is advised.

Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET 24hours prior to the surgery, as it might lower blood pressure when combined with general anaesthesia. If you are due to have any surgery or are receiving an anaesthetic, inform the doctor that you are taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET.

Taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET along with multivitamin/multimineral supplements may decrease the effect of POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET. Therefore, maintain a gap of at least 2hours between both. However, you are advised to take POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.

Yes, POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET is a selective beta-blocker, that acts on the heart muscles.

No, do not stop taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET if your blood pressure level comes in control as discontinuing suddenly may worsen the condition. Therefore, continue taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET for long as it is advised by your doctor.

No, POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET is not a blood thinner. POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET relaxes the blood vessels, and slows down the heart rate. Thereby, it reduces the workload on the heart and makes it easier to pump blood effectively.

The time taken by POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET to start working varies from person to person. Usually, it starts working within 15 minutes. However, it may take up to 2 hours to start working in some people. The maximum or full effect is usually achieved within 1 week as it starts acting slowly. In case you do not feel any difference while taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET, do not worry. It exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.

The side effects of POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET include stomach pain, nausea, diarrhoea, dizziness, tiredness or headache. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET is generally safe if used as prescribed by the doctor. If this medication is stopped suddenly, it may cause harmful effects such as a sudden increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and in some cases even result in a heart attack. Therefore, take POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET for the prescribed duration and do not stop taking it suddenly.

POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET belongs to the class of medicines called beta-blockers. Though their effect on sleep differs from person to person, it has been found that these medications are known to change the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in some patients. On the other hand, it has also been observed to promote better sleep in patients with increased anxiety and heart rate by calming down the nerves and heart. If you have any sleep disturbances, please consult your doctor.

No, you are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption after taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET as alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET and might cause increased dizziness.