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Compare Lopressor vs. Bystolic

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.

Key takeaways

Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor) and nebivolol (Bystolic) are both beta blockers, but they have some key differences. Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor) is used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain, and to lower the risk of death after a heart attack. It is typically taken twice a day with food. Nebivolol (Bystolic), on the other hand, is mainly used to treat high blood pressure and is taken once a day, with or without food. Both medications are available in brand and generic forms. Nebivolol (Bystolic) is less likely to cause erectile dysfunction and weight gain compared to other beta blockers, including metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor). However, both medications can cause dizziness and tiredness, and you should avoid alcohol while taking them. Additionally, both should not be stopped suddenly without consulting your healthcare provider, as this can increase the risk of chest pain or heart attack.

  • Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor)
    Nebivolol (Bystolic)
  • Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor)
    Nebivolol (Bystolic)

  • Summary of Lopressor vs. Bystolic

    Summary for Beta blocker
    Prescription only

    Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor) is used to treat chest pain and high blood pressure. It's also used to lower the risk of death after a heart attack. This medication is taken by mouth, typically twice daily, though your dosage depends on what condition you have. Some side effects of metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor) include dizziness or tiredness. Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor) is available as a brand name and generic tablet.

    Summary for Beta blocker
    Prescription only

    Nebivolol (Bystolic) is a beta blocker. It's used to treat high blood pressure in adults, but it's not a first-choice medication for this condition. The typical dose is to take one tablet by mouth daily. Some of the more common side effects of nebivolol (Bystolic) include dizziness and tiredness. Don't drink alcohol while taking this medication because doing so can worsen dizziness. Nebivolol (Bystolic) is less likely to cause erectile dysfunction and weight gain compared to other beta blockers. It's available as both brand name Bystolic and generic nebivolol.

  • Indications of Lopressor vs. Bystolic

    Indications for
    •High blood pressure
    •Chest pain (angina)
    •Lower risk of death after heart attack
    Indications for
    •High blood pressure

  • Pros and Cons of Lopressor vs. Bystolic

    Pros and Const for Beta blocker
    Pros
    •First choice treatment to prevent chest pain (angina)
    •First choice treatment for people who've had a heart attack because it lowers the risk of death
    •A possible option for mothers who are breastfeeding
    •Less likely to cause breathing problems than with other beta blockers
    •Available as a lower-cost generic version
    Cons
    •Need to take with food
    •Need to take more than once a day
    •Not a first-choice treatment for high blood pressure, unless you have heart failure or heart disease
    •Can hide symptoms of low blood sugar
    •Stopping too suddenly can raise the risk of heart attack and stroke
    Pros and Const for Beta blocker
    Pros
    •Only need to take it once a day
    •Can be taken with or without food
    •Less likely to cause certain side effects, like erectile dysfunction, compared to other beta blockers
    •Available as a lower-cost generic
    Cons
    •Not a first-choice medication to lower blood pressure
    •Can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you have diabetes
    •Not recommended if you're breastfeeding
    •Can't suddenly stop the medication because it can raise your risk of chest pain or heart attack

  • Common Side Effects of Lopressor vs. Bystolic

    Common Side Effects for
    •Tiredness (10%)
    •Dizziness (10%)
    •Diarrhea (5%)
    •Rash (5%)
    •Depression (5%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Headache (6-9%)
    •Tiredness (2-5%)
    •Dizziness (2-4%)
    •Diarrhea (2-3%)
    •Nausea (1-3%)

  • Warnings of Lopressor vs. Bystolic

    Common Side Effects for
    •Worsening chest pain and heart attacks
    •Heart failure
    •Slow heart rate
    •Hiding symptoms of low blood sugar
    •Hiding symptoms of overactive thyroid
    •Greater risk during surgery
    •Risk of difficulty breathing
    Common Side Effects for
    •Heart attack or irregular heart rhythm
    •Risk of difficulty breathing
    •Hiding symptoms of low blood sugar
    •Hiding symptoms of high thyroid hormone
    •Risk during surgery
    •Severe allergic reactions

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