Betaloc 25
Form: Tablet
Strength: 25mg
Generic Name: Metoprolol Tartrate
Company: Drug International Ltd.
MRP:৳ 1.55 (Strip=14)
Per Piece: ৳ 0.11
Is Antibiotic: No
Indications
Betaloc 25 is used to manage high blood pressure and chest pain (angina). Betaloc 25 helps control heart rhythm problems, especially those caused by fast heartbeats. Betaloc 25 is also used as an additional treatment for hyperthyroidism. Early use of Betaloc 25 in heart attacks can reduce heart damage and prevent dangerous heart rhythms. Betaloc 25 may also reduce the need for strong pain medications.
Pharmacology
Betaloc 25 is a selective beta1-blocker that helps to reduce the effects of stress on the heart. Betaloc 25 slows down the heart rate and lowers blood pressure by blocking certain chemicals in the body. Betaloc 25 affects insulin release and carbohydrate metabolism less than other beta-blockers. Betaloc 25 also has a smaller impact on blood sugar and heart response to low blood sugar compared to other beta-blockers.
Dosage & Administration
Film-coated tablet:
For high blood pressure: The usual dose is 100-400 mg per day, either in one or two doses. The starting dose is 100 mg per day, which may be increased weekly. For chest pain (angina): Usually, 50 mg to 100 mg is taken two or three times a day.
Cardiac arrhythmias: The usual dose is 50 mg twice or three times daily, and may be increased up to 300 mg per day.
For hyperthyroidism: 50 mg four times a day, with dose adjustments as needed.
After a heart attack: Therapy starts with 50 mg every 6 hours for 48 hours, followed by a maintenance dose of 200 mg daily in divided doses.
Extended-release tablet:
For high blood pressure and angina: The usual starting dose is 25-100 mg daily.
For heart failure: The recommended starting dose is 25 mg daily for two weeks, which can be increased gradually.
Interaction
Betaloc 25 may have stronger effects when taken with certain drugs like Reserpine or MAO inhibitors. Drugs that affect the liver enzyme CYP2D6, such as quinidine, fluoxetine, and propafenone, can increase the levels of Betaloc 25 in the body. Using Betaloc 25 with digitalis glycosides can slow the heart rate, and stopping clonidine suddenly can cause high blood pressure.
Contraindications
Betaloc 25 should not be used in patients with heart block, severe heart failure, very slow heart rate, or severe peripheral artery disease. Betaloc 25 should also be avoided if there is an allergy to Betaloc 25 or other beta-blockers, or if a heart attack is complicated by severe slow heart rate or very low blood pressure.
Side Effects
Possible side effects include tiredness, dizziness, depression, nausea, slow heart rate, shortness of breath, and digestive issues. Betaloc 25 can also cause confusion, headaches, sleep problems, muscle pain, or dry mouth.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Betaloc 25 is classified as pregnancy category C, meaning Betaloc 25 should be used only if necessary during pregnancy. Betaloc 25 is found in small amounts in breast milk, so caution is needed when using Betaloc 25 while nursing.
Precautions & Warnings
Betaloc 25 should be used with caution in patients with breathing problems. Betaloc 25 may also affect how the heart responds to stress during surgery. Betaloc 25 can mask signs of low blood sugar in people with diabetes and may worsen symptoms in patients with poor circulation.
Overdose Effects
Overdose symptoms may include very low blood pressure, slow heart rate, heart failure, or even coma. Treatment may involve monitoring heart and lung function, giving medications to increase heart rate, and using devices like pacemakers. If too much is taken, Betaloc 25 should be removed from the stomach if recent, and other treatments like glucagon or specific inhalers may be needed.
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light.
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