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    Lopressor

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    Lopressor Basics

    What is Lopressor Used For?

    It is used to treat high blood pressure.
    It is used to treat chest pain or pressure.
    It is used after a heart attack to help prevent future heart attacks and lengthen life.
    It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

    Pronunciation

    (me toe PROE lole)

    Common Brands

    Lopressor

    Drug Class

    beta-Adrenergic Blocker

    Pharmacist tips for Lopressor

    • Use this drug as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Take with or right after a meal. Swallow whole with a full glass of water. Keep taking this drug as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well.
    • Skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
    • Store at room temperature in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. Protect from heat. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.
    • If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this drug, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

    What are the side effects of Lopressor?

    With any medication, there are risks and benefits. Even if the medication is working, you may experience some unwanted side effects.

    • Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following:

    WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.Low mood (depression).Very bad dizziness or passing out.Chest pain that is new or worse.An abnormal heartbeat that is new or worse.Slow heartbeat.Shortness of breath, a big weight gain, or swelling in the arms or legs.

    • The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your doctor know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

    All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
    Feeling dizzy, tired, or weak.
    Diarrhea, upset stomach, or throwing up.
    These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
    You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

    What are the risks and warnings for Lopressor?

    • Do not stop taking this drug all of a sudden. If you do, chest pain that is worse and in some cases heart attack may occur. The risk may be greater if you have certain types of heart disease. To avoid side effects, you will want to slowly stop this drug as ordered by your doctor. Call your doctor right away if you have new or worse chest pain or if other heart problems occur.
    • If you are allergic to this drug; any part of this drug; or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
      If you have any of these health problems: Certain types of abnormal heartbeats called heart block or sick-sinus syndrome, heart failure (weak heart), low blood pressure, poor blood flow to the arms or legs, shock caused by heart problems, or a slow heartbeat.
      If you have any of these health problems: Asthma or other breathing problems like COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
      This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this drug.
      Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this drug with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

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