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What To Avoid When Taking Metoprolol (& Beta Blockers) | Substances & Medication Interactions

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What To Avoid When Taking Metoprolol (& Beta Blockers) | Substances & Medication Interactions

Metoprolol (also known as Lopressor) is a beta blocker used to treat hypertension, anginal chest pain, myocardial infarctions, and arrhythmias. However, metoprolol (and other beta blockers) can cause side effects, including bradycardia (abnormally low heart rate) and hypotension (low blood pressure). In this lesson, we discuss certain dietary, over the counter and prescription medications that can interact with metoprolol and other beta blockers to affect their metabolism, leading to excessive levels of metoprolol and increased risk of side effects.

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@kennyr3751 2 years ago

I've taken it for years......drank bourbon and smoked weed too. I'm almost 70....IF it's my "time" .....its my time.. CHEERS!

@sunnyphillips6508 2 years ago

Just reading these comments brings to mind a quote I read earlier today. "The person who takes medicine must recover twice, once from the disease and once from the medicine." - William Osler, M.D.

@andyjackson3414 2 years ago

I've taken metoprolol for 20 years, and used pot regularly for 50 years and pot and metoprolol get along just fine. I am always suspicious of motivations from people advising against pot. The war on pot smokers is not quite over yet.

@rosebay44Evergreen-ti3zl 1 year ago

I'm 80, been using weed for 50 years. Been taking metoprolol 8 years. Last time I had my checkup my cardiologist said he was a little surprised at how well I am doing since my heart attack.

@mikldiamond 10 months ago

Waking up to vivid dreams is now common. Not nightmares but some very interesting. Bringing many people into my dreams I haven't thought of in years.

@shirleynorris1771 4 months ago

It makes me extremely tired. Does it effect anyone else the same way?

@JohnSeltzer-s7e 1 year ago

Im 61 years old and just started 25mg at bedtime. Please don't miss a dose and watch standing up fast ..Dizziness!

@susanmckisson5764 1 year ago

I take metoprolol because of long COVID—heart is fine; sympathetic nervous system was raising my heart rate when I stood up for more than a couple of minutes, making me sit down to avoid falling down and severely limiting my activities. Metoprolol has been wonderful, but Dr did not tell me about interactions, so I appreciate this post.

@kellyroot6289 2 years ago

Thank you so very much! I needed to know this information 6 years ago when I started taking Metoprolol! I really appreciate the detail in your presentation.

@T-qm2dd 7 months ago

I have been on 25mg for two years now for CHF and I’m a month away from 67 no problems so far cut my alcohol intake and pot smoking to almost zero, feel like I’m doing okay every day I’m above ground!

@kennethedwards1677 1 year ago

Metoprolol is probably the best and most inexpensive beta blocker to take, except for those with high blood sugar/diabetes, and diminished kidney function. Was good to learn about aspirin, since many take a baby aspirin, which may lead to increases in potassium. I've been taking 25-50 mg/day for rapid heart beat and arrhythmia. According to my research, Metoprolol also has anti-inflammatory effects and even cardio-protective properties, unlike other beta blockers, especially when taken during a heart attack.

@SusieQ1234 2 years ago

I take lisinopril and metoprolol because of cardiomyopathy. Works fabulous keeping my heart from svt runs.

@jwj4400 3 months ago

Just take wine if it reduces blood presure, and skip the meds.

@fussEpoet 2 years ago

Thanks for vid. Heard about issues with Met, but yours is the winning vid to explain the possible complications.

@danielking2944 2 years ago

I found that not taking Metoprlol was the best option.Too much negative side effect for so little benefit.

@CuriousEarthMan 1 year ago

Straightforward, concise information. No wasted time. Thank you!

@DanygenieHair 2 years ago

I drink a glass of wine now once a week as it seems to help my a1c . So that i am not going to stop. I am going to figure out a way to wean myself from metoprolol. Thinking garlic tea