Can I stop taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet on my own?

Do not stop taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet .

I have hyperthyroidism, can I take Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet ?

Consult your doctor before taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet if you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) as it might mask the symptoms or make it difficult to recognise the signs of thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone in the body).

Is it safe to take anti-diabetic medicines along with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet ?

Consult your doctor before taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet with anti-diabetic medicines as it might mask the signs of low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet is advised.

Will I need to stop taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet before surgery?

Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 24hours prior to the surgery, as it might lower blood pressure when combined with general anaesthesia. If you are due to have any surgery or are receiving an anaesthetic, inform the doctor that you are taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet .

Can I take multivitamins with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet ?

Taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet along with multivitamin/multimineral supplements may decrease the effect of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet . Therefore, maintain a gap of at least 2 hours between both. However, you are advised to take Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.

What happens when the blood pressure is high?

High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the blood vessels of the heart, brain, and kidney and might result in stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.

Is Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet a beta-blocker?

Yes, Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet contains metoprolol which belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers.

Is Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet blood thinner?

No, Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet is not a blood thinner. It is an antihypertensive medicine.

How long does Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet take to work?

Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet starts working within 2 hours. However, it can take up to a week to show its full effect.

Is taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet dangerous?

No, it is not dangerous to take Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet . It is safe to take Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor.

Does Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet help you sleep better?

Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet may cause sleepiness. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Consult the doctor if you have sleep problems.

Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's

Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), and to protect the heart after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Besides this, it may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headache and tremors (fits). It contains Metoprolol, which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future. In some cases, it may cause certain common side effects like dizziness, tiredness, diarrhoea, stomach pain, nausea, and headache. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), and to protect the heart after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood exerts an increased pressure against the arteries that may lead to various types of heart diseases. Besides this, Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headache and tremors (fits).

Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet contains 'Metoprolol', which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future.

Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide the dose and duration. In some cases, Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet may cause certain common side effects like dizziness, tiredness, diarrhoea, stomach pain, nausea, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, asthma, overactive thyroid, metabolic acidosis, or severe blood circulation problems. Consult your doctor before taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children. Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet as it might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet . Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet

Treatment of High blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), and heart attack (myocardial infarction).

Directions for Use

Swallow Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), and to protect the heart after a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Besides this, it also helps in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches and tremors (fits). Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future.

How Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet Works

Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet contains 'Metoprolol', which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet

Dizziness
Tiredness
Diarrhoea
Stomach pain
Nausea
Headache

What if I have taken an overdose of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include slow heart rate, difficulty breathing, trembling or dizziness. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet if you are allergic to Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet or any other beta-blockers. Avoid taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet if you have/had heart conduction, rhythm problems, uncontrolled/severe heart failure, blocked blood vessels, blood circulation problems, untreated pheochromocytoma, metabolic acidosis, low blood pressure, or prinzmetal angina. Inform your doctor if you have asthma, COPD, diabetes, blood vessel disorder, slow heart rate, pheochromocytoma, myasthenia gravis, dry eye problems, kidney or liver impairment; if you are taking anti-depressants, other blood pressure-lowering medicines, or anti-arrhythmic agents. Consult your doctor before taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Let your doctor know if you are taking other prescription/non-prescription medicines or herbal supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions

MetoprololAminophylline

Severe

MetoprololAtazanavir

Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetoprololAminophylline

Severe

How does the drug interact with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's:
Coadministration of Aminophylline with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's together can make Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's less effective and increase the effects of aminophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aminophylline with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's may lead to an interaction, it can be taken only if a doctor has advised it. If you experience nausea, vomiting, sleeplessness, restlessness, irregular heartbeats, or difficulty in breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

MetoprololAtazanavir

Severe

How does the drug interact with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's:
Use of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's with Atazanavir may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction between Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's and Atazanavir, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or irregular heartbeat, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

MetoprololAcebutolol

Severe

How does the drug interact with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's:
Coadministration of Acebutolol with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's can cause abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's and Acebutolol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience blurry vision, confusion, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, nausea or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

MetoprololElvitegravir

Severe

How does the drug interact with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's:
Taking elvitegravir may increase the metabolism of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's can be taken with Elvitegravir if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience dizziness, palpitations, fainting, slow or fast pulse, or irregular heartbeats. Do not discontinue any medications without talking to your doctor.

MetoprololTizanidine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's:
Coadministration of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's and Tizanidine may reduce the efficiency of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's and Tizanidine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience blurry vision, confusion, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, nausea or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. do not discontinue any medications without talking to your doctor.

MetoprololVerapamil

Severe

How does the drug interact with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's:
Coadministration of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's with Verapamil may lead to increased side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's can be taken with Verapamil if prescribed by the doctor. Consult a prescriber if you experience fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

MetoprololClonidine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Clonidine and Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's may lower blood pressure and slow the heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Clonidine and Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience headaches, slow heartbeat, dizziness, or feeling like you might pass out, contact your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

MetoprololDisopyramide

Severe

How does the drug interact with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's:
Combine use of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's with Disopyramide may increase the effectiveness of Disopyramide.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's can be taken with Disopyramide if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, palpitations, fainting, slow or fast pulse, or irregular heartbeats. Do not discontinue any medication without a doctor's advice.

MetoprololArtemether

Severe

How does the drug interact with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's:
Both Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's and Artemether may increase the blood levels and effects of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's activity.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's and Artemether together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience blurry vision, confusion, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, nausea or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

MetoprololSaquinavir

Severe

How does the drug interact with Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's:
Using Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's and Saquinavir can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet 15's and Saquinavir, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, slow pulse, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Do regular physical activity or exercise.
Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products.
Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet.
Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.
Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet . It might also cause increased dizziness. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Embeta Xr-75mg Tablet .