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Metoprolol Succinate (50mg)

🏭 Levitas Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Jul 5, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jul 05, 2026

What is betapress 50mg tablet xl used for?

Aimet 25mg Tablet XR (Metoprolol Succinate) is used to treat CARDIAC. It contains Metoprolol Succinate (50mg), which Selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker; reduces heart rate, contractility,. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Metoprolol Succinate
Manufacturer: Levitas Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: C
Prescription Required: Yes

💡 Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

💊 betapress 50mg tablet xl Uses & Benefits

Hypertension, angina pectoris, heart failure (stable, mild to moderate), post-myocardial infarction, migraine prophylaxis, atrial fibrillation (rate control).

Off-label uses: Anxiety, essential tremor, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, thyrotoxicosis.

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Metoprolol Succinate
Brand Name	Aimet 25mg Tablet XR
Manufacturer	Levitas Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	CARDIAC
Action Class	Beta blocker- Cardioselective
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from moisture and light.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract; extended-release formulation provides sustained release.

DistributionWidely distributed; crosses blood-brain barrier and placenta.

Protein BindingApproximately 12%

MetabolismPrimarily metabolized by CYP2D6 to alpha-hydroxymetoprolol.

Half-Life3-7 hours (immediate release); extended-release has longer apparent half-life.

ExcretionPrimarily renal (95% as metabolites and unchanged drug).

BioavailabilityApproximately 50% (first-pass metabolism).

Onset of Action1-2 hours

Peak Plasma Time6-12 hours (extended-release)

Duration of Action24 hours

How It Works

Selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker; reduces heart rate, contractility, and blood pressure.

Mechanism Steps

1Binds selectively to beta-1 adrenergic receptors in the heart

2Blocks the action of catecholamines (epinephrine, norepinephrine)

3Reduces heart rate and myocardial contractility

💡 How to Take betapress 50mg tablet xl

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of betapress 50mg tablet xl

✅ Common Side Effects

Fatigue
Dizziness
Bradycardia
Hypotension
Nausea
Diarrhea

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Heart block
Bronchospasm
Heart failure exacerbation
Severe bradycardia
Depression

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Thrombocytopenia
Alopecia
Peyronie's disease
Lupus-like syndrome

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Verapamil	Major	Increased risk of bradycardia and heart block
Diltiazem	Major	Increased risk of bradycardia and hypotension
Clonidine	Major	Rebound hypertension upon clonidine withdrawal
Digoxin	Major	Increased risk of bradycardia
MAOIs	Major	Hypertensive crisis
Insulin	Moderate	Masking of hypoglycemia symptoms
NSAIDs	Moderate	Reduced antihypertensive effect
Epinephrine	Moderate	Hypertensive response
Cimetidine	Minor	Increased metoprolol levels

🚨 Major Interactions

Verapamil
Diltiazem
Clonidine
Digoxin
MAOIs

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Insulin
Oral hypoglycemics
NSAIDs
Epinephrine
Prazosin

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Cimetidine
Hydralazine
Rifampin

🍽️ Food Interactions

May be taken with or without food; avoid alcohol.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

May potentiate hypotensive effects; avoid excessive alcohol.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Sinus bradycardia, heart block greater than first degree, cardiogenic shock, decompensated heart failure, sick sinus syndrome, severe peripheral arterial disease, hypersensitivity.

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Heart rate, blood pressure, ECG, signs of heart failure, blood glucose in diabetics.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Limited data; use with caution; monitor infant for bradycardia.

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; atropine for bradycardia; glucagon or catecholamines for hypotension; consider hemodialysis.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Jul 05, 2026

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📌 Quick Facts

Storage	Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from moisture and light.
Route	Oral
Pregnancy	Category C
Breastfeeding	Limited data; use with caution; monitor infant for bradycardia.
Alcohol	May potentiate hypotensive effects; avoid excessive alcohol.
Onset of Action	1-2 hours
Half-Life	3-7 hours (immediate release); extended-release has longer apparent half-life.
Prescription	✅ Required

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