Lopresoretic

Lopresoretic Brand names, Lopresoretic Analogs

Lopresoretic Brand Names Mixture

LOPRESSOR HCT

Lopresoretic Chemical_Formula

C₁₅H₂₅NO₃

Lopresoretic RX_link

http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/metopxl.htm

Lopresoretic fda sheet

Lopresoretic FDA

Lopresoretic msds (material safety sheet)

Lopresoretic MSDS

Lopresoretic Synthesis Reference

A. E. Brandstorm et al., U.S. Pat. 3,873,600 (1975)

Lopresoretic Molecular Weight

267.364 g/mol

Lopresoretic Melting Point

120 ^oC (tartarate salt)

Lopresoretic H₂O Solubility

16.9 mg/mL

Lopresoretic State

Solid

Lopresoretic LogP

2.477

Lopresoretic Dosage Forms

Tablet

Lopresoretic Indication

For the treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris.

Lopresoretic Pharmacology

Metoprolol, a competitive, beta1-selective (cardioselective) adrenergic antagonist, is similar to atenolol in its moderate lipid solubility, lack of intrinsic sympathomimetic activity (ISA), and weak membrane stabilizing activity (MSA).

Lopresoretic Absorption

Rapid and complete, 50%

Lopresoretic side effects and Toxicity

LD₅₀=5500 mg/kg (orally in rats), toxic effects include bradycardia, hypotension, bronchospasm, and cardiac failure. LD₅₀=2090 mg/kg (orally in mice)

Lopresoretic Patient Information

Metoprolol succinate is used to treat high blood pressure alone or in combination with other medications. This medication can also be used to treat a heart condition called angina. This particular formulation is an extended release product, meaning it can be taken once a day. This medication should be taken as directed, with a meal or right after a meal. The tablets should not be broken or crushed. Do not take a double dose if a dose is missed. This medication should not be stopped abruptly; it should be discontinued slowly over time. If you are taking this medication for high blood pressure, make sure to have your blood pressure checked regularly. If you ever have trouble breathing, call your physician immediately. The most common adverse effects are dizziness and tiredness. It is important to inform all your healthcare providers that you are taking this medication, especially before any surgeries or procedures.

Lopresoretic Organisms Affected

Humans and other mammals