Met XL Amt 50/5/40 Tablet ER

About this Medicine

Met XL Amt 50/5/40 Tablet ER is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Met XL Amt 50/5/40 Tablet ER may be taken at any time of day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.It may cause side effects like upper respiratory tract infections, sinusitis, pharyngitis, back pain, and diarrhea. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes level while on the treatment.Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking, especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.

How it Works

Met XL Amt 50/5/40 Tablet ER contains three antihypertensive medications. Metoprolol succinate works by slowing heart rate to decrease blood pressure. Amlodipine and telmisartan work by relaxing the blood vessels.

Key Facts

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC

Safety Overview

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactation

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Driving

UNSAFE

Kidney

CAUTION

Liver

CAUTION