The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Tiredness
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Sun sensitivity
Note: Side effects listed are from people who took metoprolol tartrate or hydrochlorothiazide in clinical studies.
Less Common Side Effects
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Rash and itching
- Diarrhea
- Depression
Metoprolol/HCTZ serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Heart failure: trouble breathing, fast weight gain, feeling very tired, chest pain, swelling in the legs, ankles, or feet
- Bronchospasm: tightness in the chest, trouble catching your breath, difficulty breathing, wheezing, cough, dizziness, extreme tiredness
- Serious kidney problems: tiredness, nausea, vomiting, swelling, feeling confused, changes in how much or how often you urinate
Source: DailyMed
The following Metoprolol/HCTZ side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
Chest pain or discomfort
decreased urine
increased thirst
lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
loss of appetite
mood changes
muscle pain or cramps
nausea or vomiting
numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
seizures
slow or irregular heartbeat
unusual tiredness or weakness
Less common
Ankle, knee, or great toe joint pain
decreased ability to exercise
difficult or labored breathing
joint stiffness or swelling
lower back or side pain
swelling of the face, fingers, feet, or lower legs
tightness in the chest
Incidence not known
Persistent non-healing sore
pink growth
reddish patch or irritated area
shiny bump
white, yellow or waxy scar-like area
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
Blurred vision
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
chemical imbalance in the blood
cold, clammy skin
coma
confusion
dilated neck veins
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
drowsiness
fast or pounding heartbeat or pulse
headache
increased volume of pale, dilute urine
irregular breathing
irritability
noisy breathing
not able to pass urine
pain or aching in the lower legs
pain or weakness in the hands or feet
seizures
sweating
trembling
unconsciousness
very drowsy or sleepy
weak pulse
weakness and heaviness of the legs
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
Chills
feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
general feeling of discomfort or illness
muscle aches
nightmares
sensation of spinning
shivering
sleepiness
trouble sleeping
unusual drowsiness, dullness, or feeling of sluggishness
Less common
Continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in the ears
decreased interest in sexual intercourse
difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
hearing loss
inability to have or keep an erection
loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
pinpoint red or purple spots on the skin
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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