METOPROLOL | What to know before Starting!

Have you been recently prescribed Metoprolol for your high blood pressure or heart condition? Maybe you are taking it for your migraines. Whatever the reason, it's important that you know and understand the things that you need to watch for while taking this medication. We'll go over the side effects, how to take it and how to stop it if you need to.
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[@maryanncarter9844]

I was diagnosed with CHF. I was put on metoprolol and was on it over a year along with all my other heart meds. Keep in mind that I am a retired cardiac RN. Back in August of this year, I took my meds that thursday night and started having chest pains at my sternum and radiated down both arms. Lasted about 30 minutes and eased off. The next night I took all my meds and the same thing happened. That Saturday night I took all my meds and didn't take the metopolol and no pain. Sunday I only took the metoprol, nothing else and I had the pain again. The next morning I called my cardiologist, and was told not to take it anymore. Two weeks later I had a heart attack but according to the cath, no blockages. My cardiologist said she had never heard of that medicine causing that to happen. But it did happen to me. You never know what these meds can do to you, good or bad.

[@dougcoleburn1579]

Omg! So sorry! How are you doing after heart attack. I have afib but scared to death to take 12.5 mg a day. Hope you’re doing better.

[@Pinkcouture111]

How frightening, I hope you are ok now It definitely shows that we all need to be careful

[@bradleyhannah8713]

It caused nasty stomach pain chest pain very tired I know now why my Father was mad all the time he had stomach pain too My Father bled to death from the BLOOD THINNERS

[@reyalexiswilliams7683]

​@bradleyhannah8713 OMGOODNESS 😢.

[@bradleyhannah8713]

It happened to me too so far havent had another heart attack I dont think this cardiologist knows what he is doing it seems he has become lazy every diagnosis is the same I have white coat bp at home its normal

[@kathrynkathryn4836]

Another side effect is fainting. I took Metoprolol 4 years ago and fainted while just standing and dropped to the floor. While I was in the hospital recently, the nurse gave me Metoprolol, even though I told her that I had fainted on it before. Low and behold, after 3 days of taking it, I had a 6 second pause aka fainting while I was lying in bed. I took it for 4 months after leaving the hospital and was eventually unable to walk or stand up. After being weaned off, in a day or two I could magically walk and stand up. People definitely need to share their side effects with their doctors. I will NEVER take Metoprolol again and have it listed in my medical records as being dangerous for me to take it.

[@charlottehayward5943]

I had my legs collapse and had to learn to walk again. When I was dismissed from the hospital I was given Metpropolol. I struggled to walk because my leg muscles wouldn't work. I took myself off and my legs started working again. I'm living back at home now and able to walk.

[@RamboBrazyy]

Something else going on metoprolol don’t do that

[@kvhowells]

I believe you ……..on this medication …….low dose …….almost fainted taking ballet class and another exercise class so I stopped ….

[@iiyyxxnn]

3 days later sounds like after it built up in your system. Dose might be something to consider. You may also encounter this again in the future with similar drugs, especially drugs with long half lives that build up in the system.

[@shirlburris-fg8eq]

​@@RamboBrazyyyes. It effects joints. I was having trouble walking,using my hands.

[@WandaGlodowski]

Best video so far. Thank you.

[@hildaaybar9042]

I been taking metroprolol 100 mg for 5 years for tachycardia, & it has helped me a lot cause my heart ♥️ beats were out of control, no side effects thank God 🙏🏽

[@athanstreitz9178]

I take it for the same reason (100 mg/day), and it's doing exactly what it's supposed to do......regulate my heart rate. No serious side effects.

[@datnursenicky3022]

50 mg because my heart is beating at 112 but blood pressure is good, I am concern

[@hildaaybar9042]

@@ansnfbsknanssshshbsnsndnd5438 yes it is & am also taking Digoxin 125mg , hopefully I won’t need a pacemaker, that’s why I have to take both medications.

[@samarjitsaha507]

How many gram metroprolol take for pulse 100,110, 120, 130, 140 My doctor says take it until pulse getting normal. And take medicine atleast gap of 1 hour. But I need to know what is exact figure so that I can alert

[@hildaaybar9042]

@@samarjitsaha507 i been taking beata blockers since I was in my 20’s . I take Metropolol 100mg. xl because my heart ♥️ rate was too high, I also take digoxin 125mg, I take it before I go to sleep with metropolol 100 extended relief, it really helps me, cause the heart Dr. told me that having fast heart ❤️ rate all the time will enlarge the heart ♥️, my mom has the same problem , and metropolol didn’t work, and she has a pacemaker now , I hope I don’t get to that point , my heart rate normally is 99, 100, but sometimes is 105 , but if I get nervous if it goes to 115; ok take care, I hope that you get better 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽But if you heart rate is 140 that’s way too high, my heart rate got really high after my back surgery, I think 🤔 it was 137 and it was cause my blood pressure was high from being in pain.

[@KrisWiltseArt]

I'm 64 and take metoprolol for chronic migraine. It's very effective for me. Been on it for a year and I've had no side effects whatsoever. I still get headaches now and then but they're very mild and controllable with an occasional ibuprofen or tylenol. Truly, this drug is a life saver for me. I also avoid alcohol and some other food triggers such as over-ripe fruits. Particularly bananas. Thank you for the informative video!

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

Over-ripe bananas are CraZy high in Sugar!🙄 You might as well eat a dang candy bar!!😳

[@chekovcall2286]

I clicked on just to find out what in the world it is! Thanks. (:

[@GenisTavaresVision]

thank you Doc was very helpful I really appreciate it.

[@kevtop351]

I've been taking Metoprolol for around a year and so far haven't had any adverse symptoms.

[@albertcruz8324]

I basically want to know whether I should have eaten something before taking it.

[@TheGbp01]

I have never experience depression like I have since I started this medication.

[@starrjohnson1327]

I'm prone to depression too. I'm telling my doctor

[@purpledancerbmw5279]

Wow on it since 65 I'm 68 now. Something to think about. I'm sleeping a lot! Than you.

[@T.J.Caldwell318]

Me too. This medicine absolutely ruined my life. I could sleep 12 hours a day and never wanted to get out of bed. I was always irritated and had no interest in anything anymore

[@stephanieessex1699]

Thank you. This information has been very helpful. I have asthma & Copd. It's making my breathing very short and I'm breathless.

[@samirgondhali]

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[@williammdust3432]

Another example of a toxic drug making things worse.

[@KM-oy5yh]

LORD HAVE MERCY 🎉​@@williammdust3432

[@jenniferbarnes1053]

Thank you for info. Im on this med

[@tonirichards7559]

I take this for headaches,it's great for me

[@seanjohn76133]

Thank you for the info!

[@theKaufmanTapes]

I had an event followed by symptoms of CHF. The heart doctor gave me a cardiovesion and put me on 3 BP meds along with a blood thinner. So that makes four blood pressure medications. Calcium channel blockers do not mix with metropolol. I stopped the calcium channel blocker a few weeks ago . .i also had a fight with the office worker. What should I do?

[@OfficialMotivationExpress]

Thanks Dr great information

[@anndavidson8121]

I have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and was put in this. I take 200 mg 2 times a day. It has helped me tremendously.

[@nathanpruitt572]

Was it genetic?

[@tom-dr1ym]

bypass surgery was taking 50 mg half morning half night. now on 50mg 2 times, a day, also take 81 mg Bayer low doses aspirin

[@dario2rnr]

In 2011 I got a bovine tissue aortic valve replacement, and started taking 25mg sa Metropolol. It keeps my BP at one-teens over low 70's, and my pulse in the low 60's. If I don't take it my BP goes 130+ over 80+, and my pulse 80+

[@maryp1141]

Thank you for the info...It helped...and yes found out..Don't stop taking this if it helps...and one time went without it because I lost my meds for 5 days..Totally ended up in the Hospital..Thought I was gonna die..and I could have..My Heart rate dropped...going without for 5 days..they had to push meds in me....Thank you for the info.

[@leovargas760]

Wow really why do you have afib? Or a heart problem

[@Mansmatters]

Great video.

[@Nana12172]

can you speak on xolair shots? i had started them for chronic idiopathic urticaria (that i've had for 20 years..daily) and angiodema.

[@buttonbeeandme7601]

I've got innappropiate sinus tach..been on it for about 10 yrs. I've had no issues since starting.

[@dallasward4825]

THX MAN HIGHLY APERECIATED

[@manuelcuellar8954]

Great video thank u

[@connorrousseau9972]

this video was helpful. i take lisinopril for high blood pressure and today got prescribed metoprolol for sinus tachycardia and im currently being tested for pots but i do have some extra heart beats and stuff going on loads of palpitations and fainting and dizzy and short of breath. im only 26 and never thought id need heart medication in anyway. i have other health issues as well though. hopefully this med works for me and these are the only two meds i need for the heart. i already take so many meds. thanks for video

[@calebhall3126]

How is it working?

[@connorrousseau9972]

@@calebhall3126 metoprolo has lowered a bit of heart rate but only been on it almost two week, doctor says i may still need time for full effect. theres no side effects though but lisinopril is working great on the blood pressure being lowered

[@roslynramirez7101]

Thank you for your time and information. Please do one on Myforti and prograf as well as prednisone.

[@ErikRichardsonDO]

I’ll look into it, thanks for watching!

[@2007vwbeetle]

What is a good switch from 25 mg of Atenolol for 25 years. Did have some episodes of Afib a couple times a year for the first 15 years before and after taking Atenolol. Haven’t had any in the last 10 years. Have had anxiety for 40 years. I’m now 67 and think I’ve been on 25 mg of Atenolol to long. Is there more risk of weaning off or switching then there is just staying on it?

[@jillbecker8651]

Another good source for medication information is your Pharmacist...

[@dessiecoder2116]

Day 1 severe health anxiety they say driving my HBP. Fingers crossed I don’t want to take meds. At all and don’t usually!

[@teresalove9413]

Can you please do a segment on sotalol

[@TheXxchazzxx]

I recently started taking these for high bp and slight chest pain and it helped me with my anxiety who would’ve known

[@edpurcell7322]

My anxiety and panic attacks have also completely disappeared too. My doctor told metoprolol stops the adrenaline feedback between the heart and the brain. Love the stuff!

[@steveries7925]

It seems to help my anxiety too

[@tedfox2683]

Me too. When I go skydiving I bring my Oxymeter with me. Right before we jump out my buddies and I check our heart rates. I always have the lowest heart rate. LOL

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

I've noticed it has helped calm my anxiety as well. Being on edge all the time is a pain and can really wear you down!!

[@lagatita1623]

@@edpurcell7322 what's your dose? I'm on it for anxiety/ racing heart but I think my dose isnt high enough

[@lenasspabar7409]

Thank You Very Much

[@mspfinney]

I was just put on this medicine last November. My BP dropped from 145/85 to 130/75. My pulse rate went from 92 down to 65. So far so good.

[@Serrotonin]

What other effects are from it? Do you feel less stressed out; tense, anxious?

[@mspfinney]

@@Serrotonin - Less anxious. When my heart beat too fast it felt like an anxiety attack. This mostly stops my heart from beating so fast it skips bests. I felt dizzy the first week then got over it quickly.

[@Serrotonin]

@@mspfinney exactly how i feel. My heart beats fast i feel anxious, chest tight, headache, and just dizzy/off. I think I'll be getting placed on a beta blocker

[@mspfinney]

@@Serrotonin - Definitely something to discuss with your doctor. Good luck! 👍🏻

[@D-A-1776]

So 65 is ok? I was worried when mine went down that low

[@SuperBC10]

As far as I’m aware, Bisoprolol is now a first line choice for many arrhythmias, especially in UK.

[@sashasongmusic]

A new subscriber here. Could you please talk about Quetiapine. Personaly I take it for sleep. Thank you!

[@tinazegarra9598]

I have been on quetiapine for sleep sorry spelled it wrong for over 20 years It is a the best for sleep nothing else works like it

[@lorimcmahan5683]

Thank you!

[@alicassidy8913]

After my heart attack, the doctor put me on this

[@iwnunn7999]

What if your hr is low already... high 40's/low 50's? Also, I don't have chest pain or hbp. I have afib episodes around every two weeks that last 24 hrs. Started wearing the monitor and day 1 the afib started. My Dr was notified and he wants to put me on this medication. Don't think it's right for me.

[@faronray5765]

I have been on Metoprolol ER for 14 years now for heart palpitations. Now that I'm almost out of my pills visiting the Philippines. They have mainly Metoprolol tartrate. My question is that can I switch over to Metoprolol tartrate and just take it 2 times a day? I do not have contact with my doctor from the states. I have read that both Metoprolol drugs are a little different but almost work the same. Would it be safe to end one and start the other?

[@saigenrose1032]

After my total hysterectomy at 30 I started having bad angina pain & palpitations, I've been on this for years. My side effects helps the heart rhythm & does calm my anxiety from panic disorder, the only downside it makes you really tired but Definitely a true lifesaver!

[@leovargas760]

Do you still get heart palpitations??

[@rambobrazy8411]

@@leovargas760 thats due to stress and anxiety

[@joan.nao1246]

Also due to low Estrogen levels!

[@RamboBrazyy]

@@joan.nao1246how do yu increase that

[@MADDOG121463]

Wow! I have been on metoprolol both varieties for over 20 years. I also take five medications for depression, anxiety, and panic attacks, and high cholesterol..

[@DeborahRose2885]

Wow !!! You have alot going on have you tired a vegan diet ?

[@abdoolraza]

What meds do you take for your depression & anxiety and what is the diagnosis

[@sangeetalambh6389]

Rm can u tell me name of ur depression med

[@rambobrazy8411]

@@DeborahRose2885 that diet definitely is a life saver but it seems like nobody is actually dedicated to staying on that diet

[@rameshlumb4003]

@maddog can you tell me ur depression med name

[@daveperry3186]

I take METOPROLOL and it makes me really tired happens about and hour after I take it

[@waynelohn5316]

Thank you

[@Pinkcouture111]

I went to the doctor with arrhythmia averaging 10 ectopic beats a minute as soon as I go over 80 beats, he found I also had high blood pressure of 170/113 A surprise to me. I have been on this drug for two week and my resting pulse is in the 60s and blood pressure gets to 150/90 by the end of the day before I take the next pill, I am on a low dose so may need more in the future. Side effects have been trouble sleeping at night for a few days and so time low energy during the day, I feel my heart is not compensating when I need more blood flow during house work ect. Note added: I forgot to say I have less headaches so definitely a bonus

[@TheRuby13red]

I was put on this to be taken, in addiction to the Losartan. I'm skeptical but it is just the 3rd day taking it. Thanks for sharing this information

[@moniquestevens9709]

Hi! The same with me! I went to the emercency,thought I was having a heart attack..it wasn,t ..stress,high blp..but they put me on both, no side affect yet..I,m wondering if it really is necessary to be put on both..Gonna have to talk to my doctor..

[@kevindunham1416]

I was just released from the hospital also, and prescribed it as well, a d take Losartan as well.. does it give you brain fog?

[@TheRuby13red]

@@moniquestevens9709 I'm wondering that too. I told my radiologist Dr the other day on my visit that I was put on that and he said it slows the heart, but is used with the BP meds. I still have some High BP days, but don't know if any side effects have taken place though

[@SoapinTrucker]

I think Metoprolol has helped my heart issues over all, but I THINK taking 20 to 40 MG of Atorvastatin daily affects or interacts it! Seemingly random heart grumblings (for a lack of a better term) occur, and last for a few minutes to maybe an hour, then go away. I am paying more attention now, and have decided to cut my statin dosage in half. Already in 36 hours, it seems to have helped!

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

ALL Statins are Toxins!!!😱

[@marieharris1230]

Forget the STATINS, THEY DO MORE HARM THEN YU APPARENTLY REALIZE. THEY ALSO KILL YOUR CO Q 10. Latest research on Cholesterol dies not support the use of these statins. Its one of Big PHARMA biggest CASH COW, ILL BET OZEMPIC WILL BE NEXT. DO YOUR RESEARCH , SEE A FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE DR. , FIRGET EVERYTHING YOU WERE WVER TOLD ABOUT CHOLESTEROL.

[@howellwong11]

My doctor put me on sotalol for my Afib, but later on, switched me to metoprolol succinate (slow release).

[@garryrock7697]

I've been taking this medication for the last probably 3 or 4 years you know one thing was sure if I stop taking it it does raise my heart rate up for sure

[@JW02828]

How long does this medicine take to break down start working in your body

[@spinedoc18]

Can it lead to edema, high liver enzymes, high CRP, high urea, and ED? How does it differ from bisoprolol?

[@mariekatherine5238]

I take it for hypertension, but it also helps with

[@MADDOG121463]

Helps with what? I'm stressing out here trying to figure it out, LOL

[@gamercho1o959]

Thank u so much

[@user-kl6bm5mp9c]

I had afib several years ago. I had an ablation which was a perfect fix for me. Unfortunately I have had a few other health issues pop up. Bob.

[@birdsofafeather1637]

Thank you!! Been taking 75 mg for PVCs. It sure has helped. I was in a fog for about 6 wks. But my body adjusted and no problem now.

[@marko0574]

I take 25mg and it has helped with PVC and it helped eliminate anxiety. So its been good so far except headaches..... I started about 3 weeks ago I hope they go away after awhile.... Did u experience headache at the beginning?

[@hastabyebye]

whenever I have a PVC event it usually means I forgot to take my daily magnesium pill. Two hours later and 400mg of mag and they're gone. My cardiologist always adds magnesium level to any blood work testing. (must be a reason for that)

[@birdsofafeather1637]

@@marko0574 I didnt get headaches. Sorry you're suffering w them. And yes on the anxiety thing!!

[@birdsofafeather1637]

@@hastabyebye every 3rd to 4th beat was premature, magnesium wasnt helping.

[@AxonMitu]

@@hastabyebye do you take magnesium and metreprolo?

[@cherryblessed9198]

I'm looking to see if you have a playlist on bisoprolol? I would like to say anyone on these meds that ends with "lol" please don't try to stop them suddenly or skip them. I wish I never started this meds for me did more harm than good trying to get off is a nightmare

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

I had No problem at all coming off my metoprolol. I was on a very low dosage to start with though! I feel much better these days!!😉😎

[@user-mn2jg4nc1r]

How did u get off of it. Did u gradually decrease it ​@@gloriamaryhaywood2217

[@Gjoob.725]

I have been taking this medication for my SVT attacks. I take it at night because it makes me very tired and I have headaches sometimes. If anyone has any feedback on not being tired in this medication, please let me know!! Thanks!!!!

[@limmer9786]

The biggest side effect nobody's talking about is insomnia.

[@purpledancerbmw5279]

Yup and then sleeping too much!

[@ruthiemay423]

Tartrate or succinate??? I was on tartrate and was changed to succinate. A much higher dose. Getting a pacemaker in November. And yes, I do have COPD.

[@brianseohio]

Can you do a video on Diltiazem?

[@littlelucy65]

I discovered I could not tolerate this, so my Dr suggested I try taking magnesium instead which has worked great!

[@corvuscool7075]

bioptimizers breakthrough super good I love

[@AxonMitu]

What magnesium pills do you take?

[@gulliblestravails5581]

thank you for this info!i have seizures, what medicine would you suggest to stop them ?i am on ativan, i was prescribed keppra, topomax and dilantin. they used me as a guinea pig the ativan does stop a seizure, the dilantin is to control convulsions

[@jamessullivan1348]

Lamotrigine

[@stephaniehowe0973]

This is the 2nd video I have seen like this. I wasnt worried about taking it. It replaced Atenlol

[@rapidrrobert4333]

I take it after heart failure from ventricular tachycardia.

[@2119rocky]

I was diagnosed with Afib and they put me on Metoprolol 100mg I did have some side effects on the beginning but my body has got accustomed to it. So far so good. Thanks

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

Same here. Diagnosed with Afib a year and a half ago. Was prescribed metoprolol, but only 25mgs daily. But also take 5mgs of Lisinoprel.

[@teveinharvey989]

Are u still having Afib

[@gloriamaryhaywood2217]

@@amidfofanah9748 To be honest, I really don't recall how low it dropped my resting heart rate. But I have completely stopped taking it for over a year or more now. Because I Hated how sluggish and tired it always made me feel! I do take xarelto, which is a powerful blood thinner, so as to help avoid strokes. And also I take 10 mgs of Lisinoprel, a blood pressure medication. I hope this answers your questions and wish you all the best!💜

[@dougcoleburn1579]

Gloria I’m new to afib. Just had ablation. I have some days with afib that gives me an on and off heart rate of 180 and 150 but then settles down quickly to 89 to 95. Doctor wants me to take 12.5 of metropole but I really don’t want it. Are you still getting high heart rates? How are you managing it? Thanks

[@rickingraham4451]

What can i switch to thats less sideceffects

[@dayleeclaton9219]

The one med that worked for my migraines was Axert. Can't even get it now.

[@tonirichards7559]

I've been put on this for headaches

[@CosmicLion777]

I have taking metaprolol 12.5 extended release. While it works well, I am feeling extremely hungry. Any alternative?

[@torimalin3568]

It's been a wonder drug for me and my HBP. Although, I do feel the bouts of depression more frequently.

[@culvercitycharlie]

I take 20mg daily for hypertropic cardio myopathy. I wonder about no longer taking. I’m super heathy. Heart checks out great at my cardiologist. But I’m still stuck on this last med. maybe another 6mo ?

[@Marialise83]

Anyone have trouble adjusting to temperature? I am taking it for high blood pressure and heart palpitations. It has absolutely helped my bp and palpitations but when I get cold, I feel I've I'm freezing (3 blankets, socks, and my toes turn blue) and it takes me a while to warm up. When I get hot (any time I use the stove or go for a walk outide), I feel like I'm going to burn up. I am suddenly drenched in sweat and feel like I cannot function. It's super temporary but very uncomfortble.

[@semajraphael5225]

U haveing hot flashes that have a lot to do with it to I take it fit both

[@oldpreach]

Cold feet is a common one.

[@cynthiacrapster6877]

Insomnia and profuse sweating. Taking 50 mg. Metoprolol for CHF.

[@craigmeier8376]

Had a quadruple bypass out of the blue. 25mg 2x/day for two years now. Took time to adjust to the med. Worst side effect for me was the drowsiness. Has improved but still notice it from time to time.

[@rambobrazy8411]

How far did it knock your heart rate down?

[@karonnemetz7376]

I’ve lost over half the hair on my head from this medication. I stopped immediately. It has increased the depression I already have.

[@hammer1312]

I've been bald 30 yrs. This led seems to work for me. High blood pressure. And heart.

[@itsokaytobeclownpilled2519]

Karon - try some progesterone cream.

[@catchmyvibs]

@@ansnfbsknanssshshbsnsndnd5438 You need magnesium .

[@semajraphael5225]

@@catchmyvibs so true this what I use with the medicine

[@zimjun7]

That is terrible!! See if your doctor can switch to another Beta-blocker like Carvedilol. ( Coreg )

[@Lesspaw41]

This drug has been literal poison to me. 25mg twice a day because iI got diagnosed with sleep apnea. 2 weeks for something that made me worse than i was before. Panic attack, anxiety, and depression I never had before. Uncontrollable crying and gloom and doom to a point of about feeling suicidal. Insomnia and crazy nightmares. I went to the hospital with 196/94 BP pulse at 115 resting when my BP used to be 120/67 and pulse about 60. I weaned off a couple days and completely stopped. Felt on top of the world immediately. It was making my heart race on small tasks and short of breath. I read 100s of reviews and maybe 10 were people that liked it. Other than that 95% were having the same issues I was having and I was glad I wasnt alone. Learn and be very careful starting this drug. Good luck.

[@daisy671]

I've experienced the same thing with a different blood pressure med. Evil AF medicine. I'm doing this research on this med for my dad. You described everything he is going through. How are you feeling now? Hope all is better. I quit mine cold turkey. Was brutal for a month of withdrawal. (They never talk about that either) much better now.

[@Lesspaw41]

@Daisy I was on it for 2 weeks only and in that time it had my brain so panicked I couldn't even fathom quitting it cold turkey. The wierd thing, although doctors will deny it because Metroprolol has a half life, is that my heart rate goes into the 50s more often. Which wasn't an issue before the drug. But as of now, because of that drug, I've done a complete lifestyle change. It was such a traumatic experience for me that I decided to take control of things. So diet change and excercise has got me down about 56 pounds so far. Now here's the wierd thing..I feel like I have residual anxiety. But it comes and goes. I'll feel 100% for a few days and then I'll have a couple days I have hard time being in public and I'll be overly concerned about my health. Another thing docs will probably deny. I tell my wife it's like bi polar moments or something. I never had that before. It's like it residually messed with my brain a bit. Or maybe a ptsd from it I don't know. But I'm tired of taking pills and listening to different doctors bullshitting me with their own opinions and throwing a pill at me to try. Good luck to you and your Father. Definitely look into options.

[@KM-oy5yh]

Lord Have Mercy 🎉​@daisy671

[@DiosaDe1So1]

Does anyone take this with garlic supplements? Any side effects? My Aunt just started Metoprolol, but she has always used garlic supplements, which she says has always helped keep her bp low. Can she use them both together? What about Magnesium and Metoprolol? Or all 3?

[@finnster5800]

You can definitely take magnesium with this drug! Garlic will thin the blood which would also be good

[@grouponful]

I'm 42, a firefighter and on 50mg metoprolol. Due to svt with SOB from extreme exercise

[@katienphan]

What happens when you're on this and still have high BP and low heart rate (in the low 40s?). My mother was preacribed 50mg initially then increased to 100mg. It's been a month since the increased and this is the first time her heart rate is in the 40s but still have high swings of BP. What is going on? I know they advised to not stop but she can't just continue with that low of a rate either.

[@ErikRichardsonDO]

That is low, I’d get her back in to her doctor

[@raymittan8696]

I have taken this med for 14 years and hate it, I have every side effect, is there a program to wean off of Metoprolol?

[@dianeilarson.loveyoutoohah8615]

Just start lowering your doses,,,

[@leecurtis6354]

You are right. I have been diagnosed with Raynauds. I am taking 100 mg. Per day of metprolol and am tired all the time. I had a triple heart bypass 2 1/2 years ago and feel worse than before surgery. I think I will cut my pills in half and wean myself off them. My doctor doesn't seem to be very smart.

[@winluvwinluv3734]

I did that the first year. I felt tired all the time so I split the pills in half felt tons better.

[@PKAJVAL]

I was just put on metoprolol for high blood pressure 50mg two times a day in addition to losartan one time a day. The day I started I took only losartan at first and my bp dropped to 75-80/60-65. After that I started to take it as prescribed and noticed my pulse was in the 70’s which was as low as I ever remember it to bee. Since I was a kid my pulse has always been about 100 and it never had any issues with it. Now I notice my pulse is low but my bp has shot thru the roof.I understand this is common too? I used to be on Norvasc but due to no insurance, I stopped all meds. It wasn’t until I took my bp and sugars at work and I began slurring that I went back to the doctor and pay out of pocket. I’m financially ruined but I have to take care of me. I’m told my slurring can be from stress and bp and/or blood sugars but I’ll tell you this bp being sky high scares me more than anything. Why would he take me off of what used to work for me????? Very scared and looking for anyone that can help please

[@-kwarog-4607]

May the good Lord heal you

[@rambobrazy8411]

Praying for you🙏🏾🙏🏾i dont wish this on nobody coming from a person With SVT at 19!!!🤦🏽‍♂️ill be having a RF ablation soon.

[@heatherrichards3362]

​@@rambobrazy8411 hope the ablation helped! My son had the same thing and his ablation helped a lot

[@amidfofanah9748]

@@rambobrazy8411 was the ablation successful?

[@lilllmac1]

I wouldn't recommend Metoprolol to my worst enemy...its pushed so hard and it's made me severely ill in so many ways and is sickening....beware, I am 76 years old and I only took one 12.5 mg at 5 PM couple days ago and that night 11 PM awoke, breathing issues, coughing & awful sore throat. Didn't take anymore but still having the horrible side effects from that one dose...so dizzy today and just sick...horrible stuff and it's killed payients as well. Not all will go through negative results but a great many have. I wish I'd known beforehand...doc says it safe...don't always believe what you are told, there are deadly drugs out there ...this is one.

[@adelinekeys6582]

My GP said that beta blockers can not only reduce palpitations, but they can eliminate them totally. Ive been taking it for 6 months now. Im going to ask her, can i reduce it gradually. Maybe the palpitations have been eliminated?

[@leovargas760]

Does anybody know how long does it take for this medication to work 1 2 days anyone ??

[@rabiyayimam5075]

What if i take it while i am pregnant? Does it affect my baby development?

[@MADDOG121463]

In conclusion, after two decades Plus on seven different medications, how can I really know what side effects are causing from which Med? They all have some sort of side effect.

[@DeborahRose2885]

So true

[@cathycharron-folsom4504]

Horrible side effects on just 1/4 tab 2 times day. I had tremendous swelling, pain and muscle weakness in all lower part of body and hands. It took a lot of treatment and three weeks off meds before I could get to baseline. Needed compression stockings. Oxycodone, Nortriptyline. I was afraid I had blood clots in knees. The only benefit was lower blood pressure and better breathing when exercising. There needs more studies about severe inflammation and destruction of muscles

[@GabbyGirl73]

I'm on 25 mg twice a day for AFib and just told my cardiologist I cannot take this drug anymore (been on it since July) because of the leg cramps and muscle aches and pains it is causing in my lower back, legs, knees and feet. He told me this medication has no such side effects! I'm finding a new cardiologist because I can no longer walk properly I'm in SO much muscle pain and weakness from taking metoprolol. This is no way to live!

[@KM-oy5yh]

Lord Have Mercy 🎉

[@finnster5800]

What about insomnia… I can’t hardly sleep… been on it for one week

[@user-xq7dw2dw8b]

I Don't Sleep More Than 3 To 4 Hours, Then Wake Early And Can't Get Back To Sleep Or Nap At Any Time, So It Seems I Am Always Walking Around In A Fog, And So Very Tired All The Time

[@amandaweaver625]

Is metoprolol a good medicine to take for a second degree heart block? Cause the cardiologist I go to prescribed this medicine for me and it still feels like something isn’t quite right even while I’m taking this medicine…thanks in advance for the answer.

[@theresathurston3138]

Talk about taking metroprol with heart rate of 64 doctor said it will help how is that true. Could you please tell your story. Thank you

[@Uncensored19Up]

I have POTS and chronic SVT, I been on this medication and the dose since November 2017, if it lowers blood pressure then why did the cardiologist put me on it POTS causes chronic low blood pressure and high heart rate watching this video now has me mad at the cardiologist I had in 2017 and now I’m stuck on the medication due to medical insurance issues

[@techashiqbaaz5688]

My bp gets sudden spike in every week and when its getting high I can't see anything getting blind,😰 .I have vsd .what should I do?

[@amidfofanah9748]

Are you taking these pills? How much is your dosage?

[@sashasongmusic]

I take it for enxiety and panic attacks. It helps me with physical symptoms of it like rapid heart beat.

[@athomewithmelissa]

I never knew it helped with anxiety and panic attacks

[@djek1976]

@@athomewithmelissa me neither

[@athomewithmelissa]

@@djek1976 I’m taking the name brand though,Toprol XL 25mg

[@djek1976]

@@athomewithmelissa Ok thank you for your time. At this moment i'm not sure what to do, going to think about it. And talk about it with a docter. Some meds increase Bechterew pains so that is 1 issue. And now getting off them Bromazepam after years. A hell of a drug, that no docter talked about for years. Greetings from the Netherlands ✌

[@athomewithmelissa]

@@djek1976 oh wow the Netherlands 💕💕wow how beautiful there I’m sure🙏🏻💕

[@m5sunflower665]

Do you gain weight on metropolo

[@Dr.Cool45]

Ever since my diagnosis of COVID-19 in March I've been having heart attack symptoms but but when I go to the my doctor's while I'm having the symptoms they say my heart is fine plz someone wat else can make me have this pain

[@Dr.Cool45]

OK thanks I'll do that

[@RednGold10]

Is it safe to take for a heart scan? I see alot of people say don't stop using it but I was only prescribed 2 pills 100g each to take 1 the night before and 1 and hour before the test to help slow my heart rate to get better pictures in the scan. Been really nervous to take it. Don't like the idea of messing with my heart.

[@johannesreijnen3479]

Did you take it? How did it go? My friend has exact the same thing!

[@RednGold10]

@@johannesreijnen3479 yeah and I had no issues at all. They had to end up giving me more via an i.v since the pill was unable to lower my heart rate enough.

[@johannesreijnen3479]

So, the fear was completely out of order! Fear is the enemy! Thanks a lot, also for the fast reply!

[@tottieshubinels4201]

“Hi.! Im watching from the Philippines, im just curious which is more effective and safer to use “nebivolol or metropolol?” And whats the difference between the two?” Thank you.!🙏🏻❤️

[@Charalldredge]

Can I continue to take my vitamin and minerals with this med?

[@thissociallife]

yes especially magnessium

[@space5776]

Also for anxiety?

[@EndlesSuffering]

Im a 25 year old male, started suffering from heart rhythm problem, pvcs non stop. Doctpr prescribed me CCB and did nothing for the pvcs, thrn got prescribed 25mg metoprolol and while i still have them, they are almost non existent unless i drink caffeine.

[@user-zr1ub3vw6m]

Took this made me very sick pain in left leg and side .Side effects make you feel you will never be well again.

[@liztatecanrelate]

I have such bad symptoms from this I just started 2 weeks ago and I heard it gets better but I'm really going through it with headaches, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, feeling weak, and trouble concentrating.

[@reynaldgomez967]

Do you still continue to used it @Liz Tate when you have already the symptoms?

[@abdoolraza]

Have some patience, the symptoms will go away as times gors

[@Lesspaw41]

@@abdoolraza I did 2 weeks in and i would want to kill myself if I had to go any longer. This wreaked havoc on me emotionally and physically. I weaned a couple days and stopped today. The past 2 weeks has been traumatizing.

[@amidfofanah9748]

@@Lesspaw41 How are you feeling after stopping the medication?

[@Lesspaw41]

@Amid Fofanah that's been a couple years ago. I'm a 100% in that area. I've lost about 90lbs and excercise. I only take lisinopril for my BP. But I felt better immediately after stopping the metropolol.