What Causes Tiredness And Less Energy Inspite Of Taking Metopolol?

Posted on Sun, 6 Apr 2014

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Question : I am currently taking 50 mg Metropolol two times a day and find that I am very tired and have no energy during the day. I take it first thing in the morning about 5 a.m. and by noon I have energy again. Am I taking too much. When I am feeling well my BP is around 120/80.

Answered by Dr. Kerry Pottinger (6 hours later)

Brief Answer: Possibly sensitive to the side-effects. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thank you for using Healthcare Magic. Metoprolol is a beta-blocker commonly used for the treatment of high blood pressure and heart failure. It causes a slowing of the heart rate. Frequent side-effects include fatigue, dizziness and drowsiness. The dose you are taking is the usual starting dose. However, some people are more sensitive than others. If your symptoms started at around the time you commenced metoprolol, it is likely that this is the cause. I suggest you consult your doctor to discuss changing your metoprolol to another beta-blocker. There are a number available. I hope this is of help to you. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Regards, Dr K A Pottinger, MBChB FRCA

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