Can you abruptly stop metoprolol tartrate?

Can you abruptly stop metoprolol tartrate?

FDA warning: Don’t stop taking metoprolol suddenly Don’t stop taking metoprolol suddenly. If you do, you may experience worse chest pain, a jump in blood pressure, or even have a heart attack. Stopping metoprolol is not recommended. If you need to stop taking the drug, first talk to your doctor.

Can you stop taking metoprolol without side effects?

WARNING: Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when you suddenly stop this drug. Some people who have suddenly stopped taking similar drugs have had chest pain, heart attack, and irregular heartbeat.

How long does it take to stop taking metoprolol?

If you stop taking metoprolol, it will take 1 day for it to be completely out of your body. How does it compare with other heart medicines? Metoprolol works as well as other beta blockers for reducing blood pressure, but is less likely to cause side effects.

How do I wean myself off of beta blockers?

For beta blockers with longer half-lives that are administered once daily (eg, atenolol, long acting metoprolol, nadolol), we have patient take one-half their usual dose once daily for one week, then one-half their usual dose every other day for a week, then stop the medication.

What happens when you come off beta blockers?

Beta-blocker withdrawal can result in a rise in blood pressure, and in patients with heart disease, chest pain, heart attack, and even sudden death. The crazy thing is, these symptoms can occur even in patients who have no previous history of heart issues.

What does metoprolol withdrawal feel like?

Sudden discontinuation of beta-blockers (such as metoprolol, atenolol and propranolol) can cause a spike in blood pressure and elevated heart rate. People with underlying heart disease may develop chest pain and even have a heart attack.

What happens when you come off beta-blockers?

Are there any withdrawal symptoms from metoprolol?

What to expect when coming off beta-blockers?

Stopping beta-blockers If you stop beta-blockers abruptly, your blood pressure may go up suddenly and you may get irregular heart rhythms (palpitations). If you take beta-blockers to treat angina (chest pain), stopping your medicine abruptly could make your chest pain worse.

Can I cut metoprolol in half?

You may break the tablet in half. Do not chew or crush. Keep taking Toprol XL (metoprolol extended-release tablets) as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well.

Is 100mg of metoprolol too much?

Adults—At first, 100 milligrams (mg) per day, given in two divided doses. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 400 mg per day.