Metoprolol
Metoprolol tablets contain metoprolol, with the price shown per tablet, and come in several strengths and pack sizes. They are swallowed for hypertension and angina pectoris.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25mg | 30 tablets | US$24.00 | US$0.80 |
| 25mg | 60 tablets | US$43.80 | US$0.73 |
| 25mg | 90 tablets | US$61.20 | US$0.68 |
| 25mg | 120 tablets | US$75.60 | US$0.63 |
| 25mg | 180 tablets | US$106.20 | US$0.59 |
| 25mg | 360 tablets | US$201.60 | US$0.56 |
| 50mg | 30 tablets | US$32.10 | US$1.07 |
| 50mg | 60 tablets | US$55.20 | US$0.92 |
| 50mg | 90 tablets | US$74.70 | US$0.83 |
| 50mg | 120 tablets | US$91.20 | US$0.76 |
| 50mg | 180 tablets | US$127.80 | US$0.71 |
| 50mg | 360 tablets | US$241.20 | US$0.67 |
| 100mg | 30 tablets | US$39.90 | US$1.33 |
| 100mg | 60 tablets | US$69.60 | US$1.16 |
| 100mg | 90 tablets | US$93.60 | US$1.04 |
| 100mg | 120 tablets | US$115.20 | US$0.96 |
| 100mg | 180 tablets | US$154.80 | US$0.86 |
| 100mg | 360 tablets | US$306.00 | US$0.85 |
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Metoprolol
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Strengths
- 25 · 50 · 100mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Metoprolol on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Hypertension · Angina Pectoris
- Alternative names
- Betaloc; Lopresor
- Therapeutic class
- Beta Blocker
- Pharmacological class
- Selective Beta-1 receptor antagonist
- Contraindications
- severe bradycardia; heart block
- Precautions and warnings
- caution in diabetes; taper dose before stopping
- Minor side effects
- fatigue; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- bradycardia; cold hands and feet; shortness of breath
- Dosage forms
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- AstraZeneca
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool dry place.
- Drug interactions
- cimetidine; rifampicin
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Consult doctor. Breastfeeding: Monitor infant.
Serious side effects
heart failure exacerbation, requires immediate medical attention; bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Metoprolol 25mg, 50mg and 100mg prolonged-release tablets, used in the management of hypertension and angina pectoris. Selective beta-1 blockade.
Mechanism of action
it provides selective beta-1 blockade, reducing myocardial oxygen demand and cardiac output.
Metoprolol is a selective beta-1 receptor antagonist. The active ingredient, metoprolol, comes as a tablet in 25, 50 and 100mg strengths. It is used to manage hypertension and angina pectoris. AstraZeneca is the originator company, and the medicine is also known as Betaloc and Lopresor.
Metoprolol provides selective beta-1 blockade, reducing myocardial oxygen demand and cardiac output. It is contraindicated in severe bradycardia and heart block. Serious side effects include heart failure exacerbation and bronchospasm, which need immediate medical attention. Never stop suddenly on your own, because this can cause serious heart problems; a doctor will reduce the dose gradually (MedlinePlus).
Ordering metoprolol from Malaysia
Pharmacy partners in India ship to Malaysia in discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week, and Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks. Prices are shown in ringgit by default. Choose the strength and pack quantity you need.
FAQ
What is Metoprolol for?
Metoprolol contains metoprolol and is taken for hypertension and angina pectoris. Metoprolol provides selective beta-1 blockade, reducing myocardial oxygen demand and cardiac output.
What does Metoprolol cost?
It comes down to strength and pack size. Metoprolol comes in 25, 50 and 100mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets. You'll see the price per tablet for each option above, in ringgit by default or another currency you choose. Bigger packs work out cheaper per tablet. Pay with Bitcoin or Ethereum and you get an extra 10% off.
Does Metoprolol go by other names?
You may also see metoprolol sold as Betaloc and Lopresor.
Does Metoprolol have side effects?
Yes, it can. The ones people notice most with metoprolol are fatigue and dizziness. Some people also get bradycardia, cold hands and feet and shortness of breath. Rarer but serious: heart failure exacerbation and bronchospasm. These need urgent medical help.
Is the Metoprolol here the brand version?
No. Metoprolol is the original brand from AstraZeneca; we use the name so you can tell which medicine it is. What we send is a generic with the same active ingredient (metoprolol) at the same dose, usually a well-known Indian branded generic. Which brand you get depends on stock.
How long before Metoprolol takes effect?
Metoprolol usually kicks in within 1 to 2 hours, and the effect tends to last around 24 hours. Some people notice it sooner than others.
What shouldn't I combine with Metoprolol?
Metoprolol can interact with cimetidine and rifampicin. Before you start Metoprolol, let your doctor or pharmacist know everything else you take.
Can I order Metoprolol online without a prescription?
Online, yes. MayChemist doesn't ask for a prescription to order Metoprolol. We're an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy: we place your order and arrange the delivery for you.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Metoprolol delivered in Malaysia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners send it from India to Malaysia in plain, discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail can take up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Metoprolol is the originator brand name, made by AstraZeneca. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with AstraZeneca and do not ship the original Metoprolol.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Metoprolol) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.