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Metoprolol Injection 1 mg/mL (5 mL)
Metoprolol Injection 1 mg/mL (5 mL)
This medicine is used for the following purposes:
- heart disease
- irregular heart beat
Brand Name(s): Lopressor
Generic Name: Metoprolol
Instructions
Instructions
This medicine is given as an IV injection into a vein.
This medicine is given by pushing the entire dose of the medicine into the IV line at one time.
This medicine should be given by a trained health care provider.
You must be monitored by a health care professional during and after each dose is given.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all your medicines. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines.
Tell your doctor if symptoms do not get better or if they get worse.
This medicine may cause low blood sugar. It is very important to have regular meals and exercise regularly as instructed by your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience symptoms of low blood sugar.
If you have diabetes, this medicine may hide some signs of low blood sugar, such as fast heartbeat. Check your blood sugar regularly and for other signs of low blood sugar.
Cautions
Cautions
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.
Some patients with weak hearts may have worsening of symptoms. If you notice difficulty breathing, weight gain, or swelling of your legs or ankles, let your doctor know right away.
This medicine is associated with a rare, but serious problem of the liver. Speak to your doctor about the early signs of liver problems and the benefits and risks of using this medicine.
This medicine may cause dizziness or fainting, especially after exercising or in hot weather. Be very careful when standing or sitting up quickly.
Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Do not start or stop any other medicines without first speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with breathing difficulties.
Call your doctor right away if you notice slow or shallow breathing.
Side Effects
Side Effects
The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.
- dizziness or drowsiness
- lack of energy and tiredness
- low blood pressure
Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:
- shallow, irregular breathing
- wheezing or difficulty breathing
- depression or feeling sad
- fainting
- slow heartbeat
- pain, redness, swelling near injection
- pale or blue skin, lips or fingernails
- shortness of breath
- unusual or unexplained tiredness or weakness
- sudden or unexplained weight gain
A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.
Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This document tells you briefly how to take your medicine, but it does not tell you all there is to know about it. Your doctor or pharmacist may give you other documents about your medicine. Please talk to them if you have any questions. Always follow their advice.
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