Metpure-xl (Metoprolol)
Brand Name: Metpure-xl
Generic Name: Metoprolol
Manufacturer/Agent: Emcure Pharmaceuticals
Formulation: tabs
Strength: 25mg
Pack size: 30
Trade Price: KES 800.00
Retail Price: @ KES 35.56
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.