Metpure-xl (Metoprolol)

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Brand Name: Metpure-xl

Generic Name: Metoprolol

Manufacturer/Agent: Emcure Pharmaceuticals

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 50mg

Pack size: 30

Trade Price: KES 1,100.00

Retail Price: @ KES 48.89

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Class: Beta-blockers (Cardiovascular drugs)

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Molecular Formulae: (C15H22NO3)2.C4H6O6 = 684.8

Precautions: History of obstructive airways disease. metabolic acidosis. sinus bradycardia. partial heart block.

Indications/Uses: Hypertension 100mg daily, maintenance 100-200mg. angina 50-100mg 2-3times daily. arrhythmias 50mg 2-3 times daily. migraine prophylaxis 100-200mg. thyrotoxicosi

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Side Effects: Rarely; bradycardia dyspnoea, gastro-intestinal disturbances, postural disorders. dizziness. fatigue. insomania. decreased libido.

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