Question 1

What is the use of Met XL 25 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Met XL 25 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), and heart attack (myocardial infarction).

Question 2

How does Met XL 25 Tablet work?

Accepted Answer

Met XL 25 Tablet helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart toÃ‚ pump blood throughout the body. Thereby, lowers blood pressure.

Question 3

What happens when the blood pressure is high?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the blood vessels of the heart, brain, kidney and might result in stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Met XL 25 Tablet are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.

Question 4

Can I stop taking Met XL 25 Tablet on my own?

Accepted Answer

Do not stop taking Met XL 25 Tablet without consulting your doctor, as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Met XL 25 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Met XL 25 Tablet .

Question 5

I have hyperthyroidism, can I take Met XL 25 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Consult your doctor before taking Met XL 25 Tablet if you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) as it might mask the symptoms or make it difficult to recognise the signs of thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone in the body).

Question 6

Is it safe to take anti-diabetic medicines along with Met XL 25 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Consult your doctor before taking Met XL 25 Tablet with anti-diabetic medicines as it might mask the signs of low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while taking Met XL 25 Tablet is advised.

Question 7

Will I need to stop taking Met XL 25 Tablet before surgery?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking Met XL 25 Tablet 24hours prior to the surgery, as it might lower blood pressure when combined with general anaesthesia. If you are due to have any surgery or are receiving an anaesthetic, inform the doctor that you are taking Met XL 25 Tablet .

Question 8

Can I take multivitamins with Met XL 25 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

Taking Met XL 25 Tablet along with multivitamin/multimineral supplements may decrease the effect of Met XL 25 Tablet . Therefore, maintain a gap of at least 2hours between both. However, you are advised to take Met XL 25 Tablet with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.

Question 9

Is Met XL 25 Tablet a beta-blocker?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Met XL 25 Tablet is a selective beta-blocker, that acts on the heart muscles.

Question 10

Can I stop taking Met XL 25 Tablet if my blood pressure level comes in control?

Accepted Answer

No, do not stop taking Met XL 25 Tablet if your blood pressure level comes in control as discontinuing suddenly may worsen the condition. Therefore, continue taking Met XL 25 Tablet for long as it is advised by your doctor.

Question 11

Is Met XL 25 Tablet blood thinner?

Accepted Answer

No, Met XL 25 Tablet is not a blood thinner. Met XL 25 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels, and slows down the heart rate. Thereby, it reduces the workload on the heart and makes it easier to pump blood effectively.

Question 12

How long does Met XL 25 Tablet take to work?

Accepted Answer

The time taken by Met XL 25 Tablet to start working varies from person to person. Usually, it starts working within 15 minutes. However, it may take up to 2 hours to start working in some people. The maximum or full effect is usually achieved within 1 week as it starts acting slowly. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Met XL 25 Tablet , do not worry. It exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.

Question 13

What are the side effects of Met XL 25 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

The side effects of Met XL 25 Tablet include stomach pain, nausea, diarrhoea, dizziness, tiredness or headache. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Question 14

Is taking Met XL 25 Tablet dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Met XL 25 Tablet is generally safe if used as prescribed by the doctor. If this medication is stopped suddenly, it may cause harmful effects such as a sudden increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and in some cases even result in a heart attack. Therefore, take Met XL 25 Tablet for the prescribed duration and do not stop taking it suddenly.

Question 15

Does Met XL 25 Tablet help you sleep better?

Accepted Answer

Met XL 25 Tablet belongs to the class of medicines called beta-blockers. Though their effect on sleep differs from person to person, it has been found that these medications are known to change the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in some patients. On the other hand, it has also been observed to promote better sleep in patients with increased anxiety and heart rate by calming down the nerves and heart. If you have any sleep disturbances, please consult your doctor.

Question 16

Can I take alcohol after taking Met XL 25 Tablet ?

Accepted Answer

No, you are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption after taking Met XL 25 Tablet as alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Met XL 25 Tablet and might cause increased dizziness.

Question 17

Can Met XL 25 tablet be taken by diabetic patients?

Accepted Answer

Met XL 25 tablets should be used with caution in people with diabetes. Before starting the medication, give the doctor a detailed medical history.

Question 18

I have asthma. Is it safe for me to take Met XL 25 tablet?

Accepted Answer

Use Met Xl 25 MG Tablet with caution if you have a respiratory condition such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Met Xl 25 MG Tablet can cause shortness of breath and also worsens other respiratory symptoms.

Question 19

How long does Met XL 25 Tablet take to work?

Accepted Answer

The time taken by Met XL 25 Tablet to start working varies from person to person. Usually, Met XL 25 Tablet starts working within 15 minutes. However, in some patients, it may take up to 2 hours to start working. It starts acting slowly, and the maximum or full effect is usually experienced within 1 week. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Met XL 25 Tablet, do not panic. The medicine exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.

Question 20

Is taking Met XL 25 Tablet dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Met XL 25 Tablet is usually safe when taken as per the doctor’s prescription. This medicine exhibits dangerous effects if the medicine is stopped suddenly. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause an abrupt increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and can even lead to a heart attack in some patients. So, do not stop the medicine suddenly and take it for the prescribed duration.

Question 21

Does Met XL 25 Tablet help you sleep better?

Accepted Answer

Met XL 25 Tablet belongs to the beta-blockers class of medicine. Though their effect on sleep varies from person to person, it has been found that these medicines are known to alter the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in a few patients. On the other hand, it has also been seen to promote better sleep in patients with increased heart rate and anxiety by calming down the heart and nerves. Do consult your doctor in case you have any sleep disturbances.

Question 22

Can I take alcohol after taking Met XL 25 Tablet?

Accepted Answer

No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Met XL 25 Tablet. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.

Question 23

Can Met XL 25 Tablet cause low blood potassium levels (hypokalemia)?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Met XL 25 Tablet may cause low blood potassium levels (hypokalemia).

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