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Can Metoprolol Be Abruptly Discontinued?
Question: I have been taking metoprolol succ ER 25 mg for years. My new doctor has told me to stop-my blood pressure is low. What ill effects could I suffer from stopping?
Brief Answer:
Is not recommended to stop without down titration
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,
I would not recommend to stop the medication at once, it should be down titrated. You should decrease the dose in order to stop it.
The effects of stopping it abruptly are palpitations, high blood pressure, sometimes even a heart attack.
So I would advise you to take 12,5 mg Metoprolole, then dose can be further decreased and stopped if needed.
Hope I could help you
Wishing you good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
Is not recommended to stop without down titration
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,
I would not recommend to stop the medication at once, it should be down titrated. You should decrease the dose in order to stop it.
The effects of stopping it abruptly are palpitations, high blood pressure, sometimes even a heart attack.
So I would advise you to take 12,5 mg Metoprolole, then dose can be further decreased and stopped if needed.
Hope I could help you
Wishing you good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
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