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    • METOPROLOL-HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE

    • QTY 90
    • 50 MG-25MG
    • Tablet
    • Near  77381

METOPROLOL; HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (me TOE proe lole; hye droe klor oh THYE a zide) treats high blood pressure. It relaxes your blood vessels and helps your kidneys remove more fluid through the urine, which lowers blood pressure. It is a combination of a beta blocker and a diuretic.


METOPROLOL-HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE Lifestyle Interactions

  • Metoprolol Tartrate 50mg, Hydrochlorothiazide 25mg, Oral tablet

    Interaction: Alcohol
    Severity: Major
    Notes for Consumers: Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication. Drinking alcohol may alter the effects of your medication. Serious side effects may occur. Contact your care team if you experience new or worsening side effects.
    Notes for Professionals: Avoid alcohol-containing beverages when taking metoprolol extended-release capsules. Alcohol may cause a rapid release of metoprolol from the capsule, possibly resulting in increased side effects and reduced efficacy.
  • Metoprolol Tartrate 50mg, Hydrochlorothiazide 25mg, Oral tablet

    Interaction: Grapefruit juice
    Severity: Major
    Notes for Consumers: Do not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit while taking this medication. Grapefruit may alter the effects of your medication. Serious side effects may occur. Contact your care team right away if you experience new or worsening side effects.
    Notes for Professionals: Advise patients to avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice during metoprolol treatment due to the risk for increased metoprolol exposure and adverse reactions. Metoprolol is a CYP2D6 substrate and grapefruit juice is a CYP2D6 inhibitor.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.