Kimet XL-50 Tablet 10's

Kimet XL-50 Tablet is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). Besides this, it also helps in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches. High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a long-term force of the blood against the arteries that may lead to various types of heart diseases. If it continues for a long time, it can damage the blood vessels (arteries) of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. Lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of stroke, heart attack, and heart-related chest pain (angina).

Kimet XL-50 Tablet contains S Metoprolol Succinate. It plays a vital role in relaxing our blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body. It helps slow down the heart rate, making it easier to pump more blood around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and helps reduce your risk of a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. Kimet XL-50 Tablet needs to be taken regularly to be effective.

Kimet XL-50 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration your doctor advises. You are advised to take Kimet XL-50 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, diarrhoea or constipation, abdominal pain, numbness, and cold extremities. Most of these side effects of Kimet XL-50 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Don't stop taking Kimet XL-50 Tablet without consulting your doctor first. Stopping Kimet XL-50 Tablet abruptly may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will gradually lower your dose over time to help prevent these symptoms. Kimet XL-50 Tablet should not be used to prevent heart attacks. You should not use Kimet XL-50 Tablet if you have a very slow heartbeat, asthma, serious heart condition (sick sinus syndrome), or any heart blockage. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before taking the Kimet XL-50 Tablet . Driving and operating heavy machinery should not be done as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness.  Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure while standing) might occur, so patients using Kimet XL-50 Tablet should get up with caution. Kimet XL-50 Tablet is contraindicated if you have high amounts of potassium in your blood (shown in blood test results). Kimet XL-50 Tablet may affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery if taken with alcohol.

Kimet XL-50 Tablet contains S Metoprolol Succinate 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 relieve symptoms of migraine-related headaches. Kimet XL-50 Tablet  helps slow 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. 

• Headache

• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach upset
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Abdominal pain
• Numbness
• Cold extremities
• Slow heart rate
• Breathlessness

Do not take Kimet XL-50 Tablet if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to the Kimet XL-50 Tablet or any ingredients present. Please consult your doctor before taking Kimet XL-50 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to conceive and breastfeed. It should not be given to children less than 12 years of age. Don't stop taking Kimet XL-50 Tablet without talking to your doctor first. Stopping Kimet XL-50 Tablet gradually may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will lower your dose gradually over some time to help prevent these symptoms. You should not use the Kimet XL-50 Tablet if you have a very slow heartbeat, a serious lung condition (like asthma), a serious heart condition (sick sinus syndrome), or a heart blockage. Before taking this medicine, you should tell the doctor if you have any muscle disorder (myasthenia gravis, rhabdomyolysis), breathing problems (COPD, bronchitis, emphysema), low blood sugar level (hypoglycemia), low blood pressure (hypotension), depression, previous heart failure, liver/kidney disease, thyroid hormone disorder like overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), adrenal gland cancer, or severe blood circulation problem (Raynaud's syndrome).

• Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.

• Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week.

• Doing this can help lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm Hg.

• Option for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.

• Limit sodium chloride (table salt) intake in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.

• If you are taking alcohol, only one serving for women and two servings for men is advisable.

• 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.

• Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, immediately contact your doctor.

• 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 can help lower your elevated blood pressure.