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Metoprolol Lopressor Uses Treats the after-effects of a heart attack. Helps to reduce the risk of death by making the heart more stable after the attack. This medicine is a beta-blocker. How To Use APPEARANCE: Injectable. Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. Side Effects Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects: Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing. Chest pain. Lightheadedness or fainting. Shortness of breath, cold sweats, and bluish-colored skin. Skin rash or itching. Slow, fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat. Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet. Unusual bleeding or bruising. Wheezing or trouble breathing. Precautions You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to metoprolol or to any other type of beta-blocker medicine (such as atenolol, propranolol, Corgard®, Inderal®, Lopressor®, Tenormin®). Do not use this medicine if you have low blood pressure, blood circulation problems, an adrenal gland tumor, or certain heart problems, including heart block, heart failure, a slow heartbeat, or a condition called sick-sinus syndrome. Drug Interactions Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, or other lung problems. Also tell your doctor if you have liver disease, an overactive thyroid, or diabetes. Do not stop using this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor, or you may develop life-threatening heart problems. You may need to slowly decrease your dose before stopping it completely. Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before having surgery or medical tests. This medicine may raise or lower your blood sugar, or it may cover up symptoms of very low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). If you have diabetes, report any changes in your blood sugar to your doctor. This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert. Share and Enjoy!

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