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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 30, 2024 | 5:51 AM IST

Met XL T 25 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It may also be used to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke in future. It contains Telmisartan and Metoprolol, which relaxes the blood vessels and allows the blood to flow more smoothly. Thus, it lowers the blood pressure. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, stomach pain, and slow heart rate. 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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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ajanta Pharma Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Met XL T 25 Tablet

Met XL T 25 Tablet belongs to the class antihypertensive agents used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It may also be used to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke in future. High blood pressure is a condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high leading to hypertension. Symptoms of high blood pressure include headache, dizziness, nose bleed, changes in vision, chest pain, weakness and dyspnoea (shortness of breath).

Met XL T 25 Tablet is a combination of two high blood pressure-lowering medicines: Telmisartan and Metoprolol. Telmisartan belongs to the class of drugs called Angiotensin II receptor antagonists that works by blocking the angiotensin II receptor, relaxing the blood vessels and lowering the blood pressure. Metoprolol belongs to the class of drugs known as beta-blockers which reduces blood pressure by allowing the blood to flow more smoothly. Together, Met XL T 25 Tablet helps in reducing the raised blood pressure. 

Take Met XL T 25 Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to take Met XL T 25 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, stomach pain, and slow heart rate. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Met XL T 25 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Try not to stop taking it on your own as it may cause a sudden increase the blood pressure, chest pain or heart attack. Consult your doctor before starting Met XL T 25 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Met XL T 25 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption with Met XL T 25 Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Met XL T 25 Tablet

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).

Medicinal Benefits

Met XL T 25 Tablet is a combination of two blood pressure-lowering medicines: Telmisartan and Metoprolol. Telmisartan belongs to the class of drugs called Angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the angiotensin II receptor, thereby relaxing the blood vessels and lowering the blood pressure. Metoprolol belongs to the class of drugs known as Beta-blockers. It helps to reduce blood pressure by allowing the blood to flow more smoothly. Together, Met XL T 25 Tablet helps in lowering blood pressure to normal.

Side Effects of Met XL T 25 Tablet

  • Headcahe
  • Tiredness
  • Dizziness
  • Slow heart rate
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Directions for Use

Swallow Met XL T 25 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, break or chew it. Met XL T 25 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Based on your medical condition your doctor will advise the dose and duration.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Met XL T 25 Tablet if you are allergic to telmisartan or metoprolol. Inform your doctor if you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors, aliskiren, quinidine, disopyramide, or other blood pressure-lowering medicines. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Met XL T 25 Tablet . Met XL T 25 Tablet is not recommended for children. Met XL T 25 Tablet may cause dizziness and tiredness, so drive or operate heavy machinery only if you are alert. Keep your doctor informed if you have kidney or liver diseases, biliary obstruction, heart problems, low blood pressure, diabetes, elevated potassium levels, blood circulation problems, asthma, COPD, metabolic acidosis, phaeochromocytoma, slow heart rate, psoriasis, myasthenia gravis, or prinzmetal angina.

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • You are advised to consume low salt and low-fat diet while taking Met XL T 25 Tablet . 

  • Regular exercise is also recommended to complement treatment with Met XL T 25 Tablet .

  • Eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

  • Maintain a healthy weight with proper diet and exercise.

  • Managing stress with meditation, yoga, massage would also help in treating high blood pressure.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Met XL T 25 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Met XL T 25 Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Met XL T 25 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects. Alcohol intake might interfere with the working of Met XL T 25 Tablet and may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

It is not recommended to take Met XL T 25 Tablet while you are pregnant. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide whether Met XL T 25 Tablet can be given to pregnant women or not.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

It is not recommended to take Met XL T 25 Tablet while you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide whether Met XL T 25 Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Met XL T 25 Tablet may cause dizziness, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Met XL T 25 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Met XL T 25 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Unsafe

Met XL T 25 Tablet is not recommended for children below 18years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India
Other Info - MET1359

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FAQs

Met XL T 25 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It may also be used to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke in future.
Met XL T 25 Tablet contains telmisartan and metoprolol. Telmisartan works by blocking the angiotensin II receptor. Angiotensin II constricts the blood vessels, so by blocking its effect, telmisartan allows the blood vessels to relax and widen. Metoprolol helps to reduce blood pressure by allowing the blood to flow more smoothly. Together, Met XL T 25 Tablet helps in reducing the blood pressure to normal.
Met XL T 25 Tablet may cause a slow heart rate (bradycardia). A minor fluctuation should not be a worry, however, if slow heart rate continues and you begin to feel unwell, speak with your doctor.
Met XL T 25 Tablet may alter potassium levels. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are taking food rich in potassium such as potassium-containing salt substitutes or over-the-counter potassium supplements.
Please do not stop taking Met XL T 25 Tablet without consulting your doctor on your own as it may lead to rise in blood pressure. Continue taking Met XL T 25 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 Met XL T 25 Tablet .
Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of Met XL T 25 Tablet . Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking Met XL T 25 Tablet are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid unpleasant events.
You are advised to stop smoking and alcohol consumption. Consume low salt and low-fat diet and maintain a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Regular exercise is recommended while taking Met XL T 25 Tablet as it helps to lower blood pressure and improves blood flow.
Store Met XL T 25 Tablet at a temperature not exceeding 30°C. Keep out of reach of children.
No, Met XL T 25 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding as it may harm the foetus or feeding baby.
If you miss a dose of Met XL T 25 Tablet , do not worry. Take it as soon as you remember. But, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Met XL T 25 Tablet might start lowering blood pressure within a few days but might take a few weeks to fully work.
Yes, avoid taking Met XL T 25 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Additionally, if you have severe liver, kidney or heart problems, use it with caution.

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