How do I stop taking Toprol XL?

How do I stop taking Toprol XL?

DO NOT STOP TAKING TOPROL-XL TABLETS SUDDENLY. The dose needs to be reduced slowly over 7 to 14 days to make sure that your condition does not get worse. Your doctor will tell you how to gradually reduce the dose before stopping completely.

What’s the difference between Lopressor and Toprol XL?

Toprol-XL (metoprolol succinate) is the extended-release version and Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate) is the immediate-release version. Metoprolol is a beta-blocker. It differs from some other beta-blockers, such as propranolol, in that it is beta-1 selective.

How long does it take to wean off Toprol XL?

There really shouldn’t be much of a weaning period. Toprol XL is an extended release version of lopressor. When the medicine is completely released over a 24 hour period, the last effect of the medicine last several hours into the next dosing. Overall, stopping the medicine or weaning the dose should be accomplished in several days.

When to take Toprol XL or metoprolol tartrate?

Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate) is recommended to be administered with food or immediately after a meal to enhance oral absorption. Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate) may be administered without regard to food. Lopressor Prescribing Information.

Can you take metoprolol 25 in the morning?

I am taking the very same medication Metoprolol 25 in the morning and 25 in the evening but for high blood pressure. Just go slow with it and when you finish with the metoprolol start your other meds. Your Dr should have all the answers you need for doing this.

Are there any side effects of stopping Toprol XL?

Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate) can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you have diabetes. Stopping Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate) suddenly can cause your blood pressure to go up quickly, which may raise your risk of having a heart attack or stroke.

How often should you take Toprol XL for heart attack?

Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate) lowers the risk of death during and after a heart attack. Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate) only needs to be taken once a day. Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate) is available in a cheaper, generic form. Can be taken with or without food.

What is the safest way to wean off Toprol XL?

What is the safest way to wean off Toprol XL? I was on 50 mg and went down to 25mg. This is my 4th day. The second day was horrible. I had extreme anxiety, elevated pulse, heart pain, tremors, and I felt like my heart was going to pump right out of my chest. I have not been able to reach my doctor.

Toprol-XL (metoprolol succinate) is the extended-release version and Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate) is the immediate-release version. Metoprolol is a beta-blocker. It differs from some other beta-blockers, such as propranolol, in that it is beta-1 selective.