Generic name:metoprolol succinate tablet, extended release
Drug class:Cardioselective beta blockers
What is Toprol-XL?
Toprol-XL is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).
Toprol-XL is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood pressure).
Toprol-XL is also used to lower your risk of death or needing to be hospitalized for heart failure.
Toprol-XL may also be used for indications not in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Toprol-XL if you have a severe heart block (greater than first degree), sick sinus syndrome without a pacemaker, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, a history of slow heart beats that caused fainting, or if you are allergic to Toprol-XL or metoprolol.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Toprol-XL if you are allergic to metoprolol, or other beta-blockers (atenolol, carvedilol, labetalol, nadolol, nebivolol, propranolol, sotalol, and others), or if you have:
a serious heart problem such as heart block greater than first degree or sick sinus syndrome without a pacemaker;
severe circulation problems;
severe heart failure (that required you to be in the hospital); or
a history of slow heart beats that have caused you to faint.
To make sure Toprol-XL is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
