Toprol
Formulated to manage hypertension to support cardiovascular homeostasis.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Metoprolol
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Strengths
- 25 · 50 · 100mg
Toprol details
- Conditions
- Hypertension · Angina Pectoris
- Alternative names
- Betaloc; Lopresor
- Therapeutic class
- Beta Blocker
- Pharmacological class
- Selective Beta-1 receptor antagonist
- Contraindications
- severe bradycardia; heart block
- Precautions and warnings
- caution in diabetes; taper dose before stopping
- Minor side effects
- fatigue; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- bradycardia; cold hands and feet; shortness of breath
- Dosage forms
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- formulated to manage hypertension to support cardiovascular homeostasis.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- AstraZeneca
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool dry place.
- Drug interactions
- cimetidine; rifampicin
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: consult doctor. Breastfeeding: monitor infant.
Serious side effects
heart failure exacerbation, requires immediate medical attention; bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
it provides selective beta-1 blockade, reducing myocardial oxygen demand and cardiac output.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Toprol
Toprol is the brand name for metoprolol, a widely used treatment for hypertension and angina pectoris. The same active ingredient is also sold under names like Betaloc and Lopresor. AstraZeneca offers this medication as a tablet in 25, 50, and 100mg strengths, providing an established option for patients managing their cardiovascular health.
Buying Toprol online
Toprol is registered across 13 markets including Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, with availability also in the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong. Generic metoprolol is frequently produced in India and offers a cost-effective alternative to the original brand, making it one of the most ordered medications for expats and residents throughout the region. Ordering online provides a reliable pathway to ensure a consistent supply irrespective of local market availability.