METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It helps to control blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It also helps to reduce chances of any future heart attack and stroke. Early treatment with this medicine improves chances of survival in patients of heart attack.

METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET is a combination of antihypertensive and diuretic medicines.

Uses of Metolar H Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Metolar H Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. Additionally, it eliminates excess water from the body and increases urine output. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

Side effects of Metolar H Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Metolar H

Fatigue
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

How to use Metolar H Tablet

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. METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG 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

METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG 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

METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Metolar H Tablet?

If you miss a dose of METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET

₹1.08/Tablet

Selopres 100 mg/12.5 mg Tablet

AstraZeneca

₹1.4/tablet

30% costlier

Betaloc H 100mg/12.5mg Tablet

AstraZeneca

₹2/tablet

85% costlier

Quick tips

Metolar H Tablet

It is a combination of two blood pressure lowering medications used for the treatment of high blood pressure.
It can be taken with or without food.
Do not stop taking METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you're diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
METOLAR H 100 MG/12.5 MG TABLET may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.

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Therapeutic Class

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Patient concerns

Metolar XR 50 what is use of the tablet

Dr. Manju Singh

Homeopathy

Please consult with allopathy doctor.

What is the difference between metolar 25 and metolar XR 25

Dr. Saurabh Arora

Cardiology

Xr is extended release works longer usually given single daily dose when patient is stable

I'm currently taking metolar am-25 tablets for high blood pressure Even though I'm getting dizziness drowsiness and tired unable to do my works as before. So I checked my BP but it's normal . what should I do either reduce the mg of the medicine or stop the prescription

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Dizziness or drowsiness is because of metolar.You should not change or stop the medicine. Consult your doctor

AUTOIMMUNE DISORDERS Insulin 100IU /Azathioprine/Sazo 5GRAMS/Maxgalin75/CRESAR80/METOLAR XR50/THYRONORM 100+75/Cobadex CZS

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

A person can control his or her sugar levels by regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOU DOCTOR AND LOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you souls not treat it as disease but start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications.online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET

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