Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)|Treatment of Arrhythmia|Prevention of Heart attack|Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)|Prevention of Migraine

In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Met XL 100 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Met XL 100 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.\u003cbr>Avoid Met XL 100 Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts) dark chocolate butter and meat.

Met XL 100 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) angina (heart-related chest pain) and irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia). It also helps to prevent migraines future heart attacks and stroke.Met XL 100 Tablet may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency will depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not have symptoms if you stop taking it your condition may worsen.The main side effects of Met XL 100 Tablet are tireness headache depression diarrhea rash slow heart rate feeling dizzy and nausea. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away.Before taking it let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate severe circulation problems severe heart failure or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase certain side effects.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Met XL 100 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.\u003cbr>Avoid Met XL 100 Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts) dark chocolate butter and meat.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Met XL 100 Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Met XL 100 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Met XL 100 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Met XL 100 Tablet may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Met XL 100 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Met XL 100 Tablet is recommended. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Met XL 100 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Met XL 100 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Met XL 100 Tablet take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class :: Alcohol & phenols|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC

Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)|Treatment of Arrhythmia|Prevention of Heart attack|Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)|Prevention of Migraine

Tiredness | Dizziness | Depression | Breathlessness | Headache | Slow heart rate | Nausea | Rash | Diarrhea | Hypotension (low blood pressure)

Q. How long does Met XL 100 Tablet take to work?::: The time taken by Met XL 100 Tablet to start working varies from person to person. Usually Met XL 100 Tablet starts working within 15 minutes. However in some patients it may take up to 2 hours to start working. It starts acting slowly and the maximum or full effect is usually experienced within a span of 1 week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Met XL 100 Tablet do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.| Q. Is taking Met XL 100 Tablet dangerous?::: Met XL 100 Tablet is usually safe when taken as per the doctor’s prescription. This medicine exhibits dangerous effects if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and can even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.| Q. Does Met XL 100 Tablet help you sleep better?::: Met XL 100 Tablet belongs to the beta-blockers class of medicine. Though their effect on sleep varies from person to person it has been found that these medicines are known to alter the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in few patients. On the other hand it has also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Do consult your doctor in case you have any sleep disturbances.| Q. Can I take alcohol after taking Met XL 100 Tablet?::: No you should not consume alcohol after taking Met XL 100 Tablet. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.