- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
- FAQ
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Last Updated On: Dec 18, 2023
Seloken XL 50mg
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Product Overview
Composition: Metoprolol Succinate (47.5mg)
SELOKEN XL 50MG TABLET contains Metoprolol, which belongs to the group of medicines called Beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure, angina pectoris (chest pain), and heart failure. It is also used to treat arrhythmias or palpitations, and to prevent heart attacks and migraines.
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking SELOKEN XL 50MG TABLET as it lowers blood pressure. SELOKEN XL 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with asthma, COPD, severe bradycardia, second or third-degree heart block, cardiogenic shock, decompensated cardiac failure, sick sinus syndrome (unless a permanent pacemaker is present) and untreated pheochromocytoma. SELOKEN XL 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with diabetes, stroke, liver or kidney disease, myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, and heart failure.
Uses
- Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
- Treatment of Arrhythmia
- Prevention of Heart attack
- Prevention of Migraine
Side Effect
Common side effects:
Fatigue
- Headache
- Slow heart rate
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Breathlessness
How to use
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Seloken XL 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Seloken XL 50mg Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts & seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter and meat.
How It works
Seloken XL 50mg Tablet is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
What if you forget to take?
If you miss a dose of Seloken XL 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Safety Advice for Seloken XL 50mg
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Seloken XL 50mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
Seloken XL 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding
Seloken XL 50mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
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