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Compare Lopressor vs. Dutoprol

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

Key takeaways

Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor) and metoprolol succinate/hydrochlorothiazide (Dutoprol) are both used to treat high blood pressure. Metoprolol tartrate is a beta blocker, while Dutoprol is a combination of a long-acting beta blocker (metoprolol succinate) and a diuretic (hydrochlorothiazide). Metoprolol tartrate is also FDA-approved for treating chest pain and reducing the risk of death after a heart attack. Dutoprol has been discontinued, but its ingredients are still available individually. Metoprolol tartrate is typically taken twice daily and is available as a lower-cost generic, while Dutoprol was taken once daily. Common side effects of metoprolol tartrate include dizziness and tiredness. Metoprolol tartrate can interact with medications that affect heart rate and blood pressure.

  • Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor)
    Dutoprol (metoprolol succinate / hydrochlorothiazide)
  • Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor)
    Dutoprol (metoprolol succinate / hydrochlorothiazide)

  • Summary of Lopressor vs. Dutoprol

    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 / HCTZ

    Dutoprol (metoprolol succinate / hydrochlorothiazide) is a combination medication used to control blood pressure to lower the risk of a heart attack or stroke. This medication has been discontinued by the manufacturer and is no longer available in the United States.

  • Indications of Lopressor vs. Dutoprol

    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. Dutoprol

    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 / HCTZ
    Pros
    Cons

  • Common Side Effects of Lopressor vs. Dutoprol

    Common Side Effects for
    •Tiredness (10%)
    •Dizziness (10%)
    •Diarrhea (5%)
    •Rash (5%)
    •Depression (5%)
    Common Side Effects for

  • Warnings of Lopressor vs. Dutoprol

    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

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