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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule belongs to the class of antihypertensive medicines used in the treatment of high blood pressure. This medicine also helps reduce the chances of heart problems such as heart attack and stroke. This medicine suppress the contraction of blood vessels and promote smooth blood flow. It also alters the response to nerve impulses in the heart thereby making the heart pump blood easier. Common side effects include dizziness, tiredness, diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea, and headache.
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Mankind Pharma Pvt Ltd

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ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule

Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 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, Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches and tremors (fits). 

Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule contains 'Metoprolol succinate', which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future. 

Take Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule as prescribed. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will decide the dose and duration. In some cases, Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule may cause certain common side effects like dizziness, tiredness, diarrhea, 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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule is not recommended for use in children. Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule as it might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule . Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule

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

Take Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 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).  Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule  helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, or other heart or kidney problems in the future. 

How Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule Works

Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule contains 'Metoprolol succinate', which helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. This lowers 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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule

  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Headache

What if I have taken an overdose of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Overdose of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule may cause nausea, vomiting, decreased consciousness or loss of consciousness (coma), irregular, fast, or slow heartbeat, chest pain, dizziness, fatigue or weakness and fainting. Seek immediate medical help if you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule .

Drug Warnings

Do not take Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule if you are allergic to metoprolol succinate or any other beta-blockers. Avoid taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 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

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MetoprololAminophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's:
Coadministration of Aminophylline with Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's together can make Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's less effective and increase the effects of aminophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aminophylline with Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10'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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's:
Use of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's with Atazanavir may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction between Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10'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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's:
Coadministration of Acebutolol with Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's can cause abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10'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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's:
Taking elvitegravir may increase the metabolism of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10'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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's:
Coadministration of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's and Tizanidine may reduce the efficiency of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10'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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's:
Coadministration of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's with Verapamil may lead to increased side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10'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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's:
Co-administration of Clonidine and Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's may lower blood pressure and slow the heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Clonidine and Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10'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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's:
Combine use of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's with Disopyramide may increase the effectiveness of Disopyramide.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10'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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's:
Both Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's and Artemether may increase the blood levels and effects of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's activity.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10'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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's:
Using Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10's and Saquinavir can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 10'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

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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.

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No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule . It might also cause increased dizziness. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule .

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule belongs to pregnancy category C. Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule may pass into breastmilk. Consult a doctor before taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule may cause dizziness and tiredness. Therefore, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule is not recommended in children as the safety and efficacy have not been established.

FAQs

Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), and heart attack (myocardial infarction).
Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Thereby, lowers blood pressure.
High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the blood vessels of the heart, brain, kidney and might result in stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.
Do not stop taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule .
Consult your doctor before taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 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).
Consult your doctor before taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule with anti-diabetic medicines as it might mask the signs of low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule is advised.
Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule 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 Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule .
Taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule along with multivitamin/multimineral supplements may decrease the effect of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule . Therefore, maintain a gap of at least 2hours between both. However, you are advised to take Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.
Yes, Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule is a selective beta-blocker, that acts on the heart muscles.
No, do not stop taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule if your blood pressure level comes in control as discontinuing suddenly may worsen the condition. Therefore, continue taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule for long as it is advised by your doctor.
No, Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule is not a blood thinner. Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule relaxes the blood vessels, and slows down the heart rate. Thereby, it reduces the workload on the heart and makes it easier to pump blood effectively.
The time taken by Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule to start working varies from person to person. Usually, it starts working within 15 minutes. However, it may take up to 2 hours to start working in some people. The maximum or full effect is usually achieved within 1 week as it starts acting slowly. In case you do not feel any difference while taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule , do not worry. It exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.
The side effects of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule include stomach pain, nausea, diarrhoea, dizziness, tiredness or headache. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule is generally safe if used as prescribed by the doctor. If this medication is stopped suddenly, it may cause harmful effects such as sudden increase in the heart rate and affect its activity, which can be dangerous for heart failure patients and in some cases even result in a heart attack. Therefore, take Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule for the prescribed duration and do not stop taking suddenly.
Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule belongs to the class of medicines called beta-blockers. Though their effect on sleep differs from person to person, it has been found that these medications are known to change the sleep pattern and disturb sleep in some patients. On the other hand, it has also been observed to promote better sleep in patients with increased anxiety and heart rate by calming down the nerves and heart. If you have any sleep disturbances, please consult your doctor.
No, you are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption after taking Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule as alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Gudpres-XL 50 Capsule and might cause increased dizziness.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

208, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase III, New Delhi - 110020
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