5, 95 and 190 mg of metoprolol succinate equivalent to 25, 50, 100 and 200 mg of metoprolol tartrate, USP, respectively
Metoprolol succinate ER is a selective beta-blocker that is used to lower blood pressure or relieve symptoms of angina in people with heart disease
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VA class: CV100
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Its chemical name is (±)1-(isopropylamino)-3-[p-(2-methoxyethyl) phenoxy]-2-propanol succinate (2:1) (salt)
METOPROLOL SUCCINATE EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS: Initial dose: 25 to 100 mg orally once a day
Carvedilol blocks both alpha and beta receptors which lowers blood pressure and improves how the heart pumps blood
Atenolol is also a prescription drug that is classified as cardioselective beta-1-selective adrenergic agonist
β-Blocker
This slows down the heartbeat, widens veins and Of note, atenolol is not recommended because it readily crosses the placenta
Prescription only
5 mg twice daily) at intervals of 3-10 days, based on tolerance, to a target dose of 25 mg twice daily
Prescription only
Bisoprolol has an average rating of 6
Metoprolol and Carvedilol - Immediate to Extended Release Dose Conversions Metoprolol Immediate (tartrate) -> Extended (succinate) 25 mg BID -> 50 mg daily 50 mg BID -> 100 mg daily 100 mg BID -> 200 mg daily Carvedilol Immediate (IR) -> Extended (ER) 3
Metoprolol is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension ( high blood pressure )
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