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Compare Lopressor vs. Toprol XL

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  • Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor)
    Metoprolol succinate (Toprol XL)
  • Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor)
    Metoprolol succinate (Toprol XL)

  • Summary of Lopressor vs. Toprol XL

    Summary for Beta blocker
    Prescription only

    Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor) is a beta blocker used to treat chest pain and high blood pressure in adults. It can also lower the risk of death after a heart attack. You take it by mouth, typically once or twice a day, but your dose depends on your condition. Side effects include dizziness, shortness of breath, and it can make you tired.

    Summary for Beta blocker
    Prescription only

    Metoprolol succinate (Toprol XL) is used to treat hypertension and to control chronic (long-term) chest pain. It's also used to lower the risk for hospitalization and death in people with heart failure. Metoprolol succinate (Toprol XL) is the extended-release version of metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor), but keep in mind the two versions don't treat the exact same conditions. And because metoprolol succinate (Toprol XL) is longer-acting, it's taken by mouth typically taken just once daily. Some common side effects of metoprolol succinate (Toprol XL) include tiredness or dizziness.

  • Indications of Lopressor vs. Toprol XL

    Indications for
    •High blood pressure
    •Chest pain (angina)
    •Lower risk of death after a heart attack
    Indications for
    •High blood pressure
    •Chest pain (angina)
    •Lower the risk of hospitalization and death in heart failure

  • Pros and Cons of Lopressor vs. Toprol XL

    Pros and Const for Beta blocker
    Pros
    •Fast-acting — works quickly after you take it
    •First choice treatment after a heart attack
    •Available in different strengths, so your dose can be adjusted easily
    •Possible option for those who are breastfeeding
    Cons
    •Need to take with food
    •Typically need to take more than once a day
    •Not a first-choice treatment for high blood pressure, unless you have certain heart conditions
    •Can hide symptoms of low blood sugar
    Pros and Const for Beta blocker
    Pros
    •A first-choice option to prevent chest pains (angina)
    •A first-choice option for heart failure
    •Only needs to be taken once a day
    •Available as capsules (Kapspargo) that can be opened and sprinkled on soft foods, good for people who've trouble swallowing pills
    Cons
    •Need to take with food
    •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

  • Common Side Effects of Lopressor vs. Toprol XL

    Common Side Effects for
    •Tiredness (10%)
    •Dizziness (10%)
    •Diarrhea (5%)
    •Rash (5%)
    •Depression (5%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Tiredness
    •Dizziness
    •Depression
    •Diarrhea
    •Trouble catching your breath
    •Drop in heart rate
    •Rash

    Please note: The side effects above occurred in 2% or more of people taking metoprolol succinate (Toprol XL).

  • Warnings of Lopressor vs. Toprol XL

    Common Side Effects for
    •Risks of stopping treatment suddenly
    •Worsening heart failure
    •Risk of difficulty breathing
    •Major surgery
    •Hiding symptoms of low blood sugar
    •Hiding symptoms of overactive thyroid
    •Severe allergic reactions
    Common Side Effects for
    •Heart problems after suddenly stopping the medication
    •Worsened symptoms of heart failure
    •Risk of difficulty breathing
    •Rise in blood pressure in people with pheochromocytoma
    •Greater risk during surgery
    •Hiding symptoms of low blood sugar
    •Masked symptoms of overactive thyroid

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