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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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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Ergos Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

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3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet

Normomet-Xl 50mg 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, Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet may also help in relieving symptoms of migraine-related headaches and tremors (fits). 

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

Uses of Normomet-Xl 50mg 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

Take Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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

Normomet-Xl 50mg 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).  Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet  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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet Works

Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet

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

What if I have taken an overdose of Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Overdose of Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet .

Drug Warnings

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

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MetoprololDisopyramide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's:
Combine use of Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's with Disopyramide may increase the effectiveness of Disopyramide.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 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.
MetoprololAminophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Aminophylline with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's together can make Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's less effective and increase the effects of aminophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aminophylline with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 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.
MetoprololTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's and Tizanidine may reduce the efficiency of Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 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.
MetoprololAtazanavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's:
Use of Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 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 Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 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.
MetoprololArtemether
Severe
How does the drug interact with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's:
Both Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's and Artemether may increase the blood levels and effects of Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's activity.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 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.
MetoprololAcebutolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Acebutolol with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's can cause abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 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.
MetoprololCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's:
Taking ceritinib together with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's can slow your heart rate and increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's and Ceritinib, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience any dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololElvitegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's:
Taking elvitegravir may increase the metabolism of Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 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.
MetoprololVerapamil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's with Verapamil may lead to increased side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 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.
MetoprololSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 10's:
Using Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 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 Normomet-XL 50 Tablet 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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Alcohol

Unsafe

Alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet . It might also cause increased dizziness. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet .

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Pregnancy

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Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet belongs to pregnancy category C. Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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

Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet may pass into breastmilk. Consult a doctor before taking Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet is not recommended in children as the safety and efficacy have not been established.

FAQs

Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of heart-related chest pain (angina), heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia), and heart attack (myocardial infarction).
Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.
Do not stop taking Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Normomet-Xl 50mg 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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet .
Consult your doctor before taking Normomet-Xl 50mg 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).
Consult your doctor before taking Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet with anti-diabetic medicines as it might mask the signs of low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while taking Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet is advised.
Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking Normomet-Xl 50mg 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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet .
Taking Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet along with multivitamin/multimineral supplements may decrease the effect of Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet . Therefore, maintain a gap of at least 2hours between both. However, you are advised to take Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.
Yes, Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet is a selective beta-blocker, that acts on the heart muscles.
No, do not stop taking Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet if your blood pressure level comes in control as discontinuing suddenly may worsen the condition. Therefore, continue taking Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet for long as it is advised by your doctor.
No, Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet is not a blood thinner. Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet , do not worry. It exerts its beneficial effects when taken for a long time.
The side effects of Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet include stomach pain, nausea, diarrhoea, dizziness, tiredness or headache. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet for the prescribed duration and do not stop taking suddenly.
Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet 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 Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet as alcohol might increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Normomet-Xl 50mg Tablet and might cause increased dizziness.

Country of origin

INDIA

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b-701, western edge 2 cooperative housing society, off western express highway, behind metro cash and carry, borivali east, mumbai, maharashtra 400066.
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