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METOPROLOL-100MG
ORAL
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Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

Sweden

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Corporate & Registered Office, Block N1, 12th Floor, Manyata Embassy Business Park, Rachenahalli, Outer Ring Road, 560045, Bangalore
Other Info - SEL0018

FAQs

Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's 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, and kidney and might result in stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.
Do not stop taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's 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 Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's.
Consult your doctor before taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's 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 Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's with anti-diabetic medicines as it might mask the signs of low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's is advised.
Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's 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 Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's.
Taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's along with multivitamin/multimineral supplements may decrease the effect of Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's. Therefore, maintain a gap of at least 2 hours between both. However, you are advised to take Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.

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Alcohol

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Alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's. It might also cause increased dizziness. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's may pass into breastmilk. Consult a doctor before taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's may cause dizziness and tiredness. Therefore, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

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Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's is not recommended in children as the safety and efficacy have not been established.

About Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's

Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), and to protect the heart after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood exerts an increased pressure against the arteries that may lead to various types of heart diseases. Besides this, Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headache and tremors (fits). 

Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's contains 'Metoprolol', which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This 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. 

Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide the dose and duration. In some cases, Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's may cause certain common side effects like dizziness, tiredness, diarrhoea, stomach pain, nausea, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, asthma, overactive thyroid, metabolic acidosis, or severe blood circulation problems. Consult your doctor before taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's is not recommended for use in children. Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's as it might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's

High blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), heart attack (myocardial infarction).

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Medicinal Benefits

Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), and to protect the heart after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Besides this, it also helps in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches and tremors (fits).  Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This 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. 

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Oral liquid: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Side Effects of Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's

  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Headache

Drug Warnings

Do not take Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's if you are allergic to Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's or any other beta-blockers. Avoid taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's if you have/had heart conduction, rhythm problems, uncontrolled/severe heart failure, blocked blood vessels, blood circulation problems, untreated pheochromocytoma, metabolic acidosis, low blood pressure, or prinzmetal angina. Inform your doctor if you have asthma, COPD, diabetes, blood vessel disorder, slow heart rate, pheochromocytoma, myasthenia gravis, dry eye problems, kidney or liver impairment; if you are taking anti-depressants, other blood pressure-lowering medicines, or anti-arrhythmic agents. Consult your doctor before taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Let your doctor know if you are taking other prescription/non-prescription medicines or herbal supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetoprololDisopyramide
Severe
MetoprololAtazanavir
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CIMETIDINE
  • HYDRALAZINE
  • CLONIDINE
  • AMIODARONE
  • CYCLOPROPANE
  • TEMAZEPAM
  • DIAZEPAM
  • INDOMETHACIN
  • CELECOXIB
  • TERBINAFINE
  • HYDROCORTISONE
  • PREDNISOLONE
  • LIDOCAINE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation then immediately contact your doctor.
  • If you are due to have any surgery, inform the doctor that you are taking Seloken XL 100 mg Tablet 15's.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do regular physical activity or exercise.
  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease. 
  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.

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