Metoprolol for High Blood Pressure User Reviews (Page 3)

• Dove
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 22, 2019

Metoprolol Tartrate (metoprolol) "I was given metoprolol in the hospital in December 2018 after valve surgery. 25 mg in the morning and at night. I was already on Micardis for high blood pressure. I guess that is standard with valve surgery. Well, here it is March and I have tremendous joint pain all over. My toes are blue, and I am cold all the time. I have a call into my cardiologist as I want to get off of this medicine and hope this pain goes away."

• RNJen...
• January 26, 2013

"To those who commented that they cut their dose of XL or ER or CR, you cannot cut extended-release or controlled release in half. This is dangerous. Instead, call your doctor and have the dose changed. Extended-release cut in half enters your bloodstream way too fast and can cause serious issues."

• kaelem
• January 20, 2014

Toprol-XL (metoprolol) "Took this for migraines and seemed to work great for months. I had about a three-month stretch when I noticed I had a constant low-grade fever, achy, and flu-like symptoms. After much research, determined it was due to the beta blocker. Went off them and felt my old self again."

• Captain
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 13, 2018

"Has anybody had the experience with ringing of the ears with metoprolol? I had open-heart surgery 4 years ago, and two and a half years ago, my ears started to ring. If yes, did anybody change to another medicine to stop it? I wonder if it's too late and whether my ears are damaged."

• nckhe...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• May 2, 2015

"Was on 100mg for 5 yrs (+10mg Lisinopril) and my BP was 110/70, so it worked in lowering it from 150+something. However, I had soul-crushing fatigue and a foggy brain and couldn't get through the day. It seriously affected my life. I had trouble regulating my body temperature and was pretty miserable. My heart beat out of my chest when I laid on my left side. I thought these side effects were the result of an acute illness that ended with me having HBP, but it turns out they were from Metoprolol. My doctor switched me to Bystolic 5mg and I felt better within a couple of days! Metoprolol worked to lower my BP, but I didn't like the side effects."

• RaChe...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 19, 2015

"Been on metoprolol for about 3 years. Yes, it's an effective blood pressure lower, but as a woman, I have absolutely no sex drive, have gained about 30 pounds, and cannot get rid of it. I also experience dizzy spells and lightheadedness all the time. Don't know what to do!"

• anxious
• August 9, 2018

"Took 25 mg for 2 months, was working great, then stopped working. Now I am on 50 mg and my BP is higher than before, 150/90, with a pulse of 60 to 70. At times my BP is 160 to 170/100. How can the medicine increase your BP when it's supposed to lower it?"

• Conce...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 19, 2019

"My husband has always been happy, driven and energetic. He had bypass surgery and was prescribed metoprolol. He's recovered to a point but is depressed, lacks drive and is tired all the time. He's also developed a cough that won't go away. After reading these comments,I'm going to get him off of this terrible med."

• April
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 9, 2013

"This is my first experience with blood pressure medicine, and it has left me scared to death. I took Metoprolol 50mg once in the evening for two weeks. I can honestly say it was terrible. I was so tired that I could almost not make it through the days, but what was even worse was the depression and terrible violent nightmares. They were so vivid, and they still upset me when I think about them. My doctor has switched me to Amlodipine 5mg, 1x a day. It has been over two weeks, and I am too scared to take it, but I know I need to do something. I am at such a loss about what to do."

• Momma...
• February 10, 2021

Metoprolol Succinate ER (metoprolol) "I am 29 f. I developed Graves’ disease/hyperthyroidism after baby. When my Endo put me on propranolol for the fast heart rate hyperthyroidism gives I was relieved! But once my thyroid was in normal range I asked to be taken off due to it making my already lower BP, very low. So, I got off and I noticed I still had fast HR and ignored it since this is something I was used to since I was a teen.. I finally got tired and pushed for answers since my Endo was concerned it would eventually cause heart damage working too hard.. so I of course freaked out.. I was diagnosed with inappropriate sinus tachycardia and put on metoprolol and 5 months in on half of 25 mgs I’m very short of breath since Christmas (NOT COVID), dizzy, beyond a normal tired, extremely cold, lack of drive"

• Const...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 18, 2019

Metoprolol Tartrate (metoprolol) "I am on this for tachicardia and the metoprolol seems to do fine in lowering pulse rate as mine would be @ 125-130 at resting. Blood pressure was a little elevated. Seems to get to low now. I take 25 mg in morning and evening. I'm a 55 years young female now diagnosed with PVC and sinus tachycardia. No blockages. Also COPD."

• Deano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 7, 2017

Toprol-XL (metoprolol) "I had a transient ischemic attack (TIA) in March 17. I'm a 53-year-old male. Always had a higher heart rate and a family history of high blood pressure. I could actually feel the TIA coming on over a few weeks, but I'm a tough guy. Several drugs tried and failed. Lisinopril damn near killed me with a blood pressure of 175/133. Read a lot and switched to Toprol-XL, no generic!! I take 50mg at night, slow release. Feel great and few side effects. Pressures are good and heart rate is down. Sex still works and anxiety is cut in half. Good stuff. Takes a 1-2 week adjustment period. Relax and let it work."

• KGano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 7, 2018

"I hate this medicine. It did one heck of a number on my digestive tract. It interferes with a gut nerve in the brain. The diarrhea was awful. I thought I was developing IBS, then I read an IBS article about a woman who had the same symptoms as I. When she got off metoprolol, the 'IBS' stopped! I could only eat rice. Lost a ton of weight, but it wasn't worth it. Now, I have finally weaned off of it and my digestive tract is quiet, returning to normal. Please be careful when taking it."

• Nicho...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 13, 2020

"I have high blood pressure from anxiety. This medicine metoprolol lowers my heart rate a lot, but not my blood pressure. Puts my pulse very low and I’m always tired. Not a very good drug. Clonidine works better for me personally."

• Scarlet
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 7, 2022

Toprol-XL (metoprolol) "This is an update to a post I made in October 2021.. I discontinued Toprol due to nasty side effects after only 2 months use (severe anxiety, panic attacks, severe depression, insomnia, swelling of extremities, bloat/gassy, blurred vision, icy hands/feet, arrhythmia, shortness of breath, chest vibrations) Its been 1 year and 3 months since discontinuation. I am STILL experiencing off and on arrhythmia. I've had thorough exam and testing with 30 day monitoring from 2 different cardiologists. My heart is very healthy, no blockages, no disease. Neither cardiologist can find any reason for the persistent arrhythmia, nor will they believe me when I tell them I think the Toprol caused this long term persistent arrhythmia. I've also had extensive endocrinology testing and nothing is coming up as a reason for this arrhythmia. NOTE: I've never in my entire life had any heart arrhythmia or palps UNTIL I took Toprol, and now its a regular occurrence. This cannot be a coincidence."

• Hope...
• February 21, 2017

Metoprolol Succinate ER (metoprolol) "I was on 50 mg of Metoprolol twice per day and had a few high readings of 200/80 due to anxiety. Doctor raised me to 100 ER twice per day plus Losartan. I feel like a zombie. It has lowered my BP but I have several side effects listed such as dizziness, tiredness, confused at times, dry mouth, burping, and a few other side effects. I have been on this high dose of ER for 10 days, and I don't think I will be able to take this drug in such a high dose much longer. The doctor wants me to go for heart tests to find out why my pressure went so high. High blood pressure runs in my family, and I could stand to lose 20 pounds which I am trying to do."

• Marilii
• November 27, 2018

"I am a 66 yr old female. I've been taking Metoprolol Tartrate for 2 years to control high blood pressure . My initial dose was 25 mg once daily. Didn't lower BP. The doctor doubled it and when that didn't do enough, he changed it to Metoprolol Succinate at 50 mg twice a day. After 2 weeks of taking this form of Metoprolol, I began getting hallucinations. I started seeing my bed's blankets moving up and down as if the bed was breathing. I watched the walls start moving as they, too, were breathing. The only thing different in my life was the change in medication. I immediately stopped taking it and went back to using the Tartrate form, which I still had. I told my primary physician about my experience and she laughed it off."

• Count...
• August 25, 2016

Metoprolol Succinate ER (metoprolol) "Taking for blood pressure. White coat hypertension. Usually 180/100 with pulse 104 in doctor's office. My anxiety is down. Blood pressure now usually 114/70 with pulse 70. Taking 50mg. Only side effect is feeling very tired. Hopefully, it will go away."

• Tacos...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• October 9, 2019

"I have taken this metoprolol medicine for 15 years now with great benefits, until the past 3-4 months. I take the brand by Aurobindo Pharmaceutical. I contacted the company today and waiting on a call back to see if something has changed. My bp always stayed under 120/80 Normally around 117/74. I am changing the manufacturer today to see if it is the medicine or if I have a major problem. My bp is staying like 160/95. Has anyone else had this issue in the past few months and using this manufacturer?"

• rough...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 25, 2012

Toprol-XL (metoprolol) "I have been taking TOPROL XL 100mg for at least 9 years. During that time, I tried METOPROLOL, and it did not control my blood pressure. The Toprol XL has worked great without side effects. However, I have reduced my salt intake, even to the extent of using red pepper on my eggs in the morning. I took it upon myself to reduce my dosage of TOPROL XL by cutting it in half because my pressure was much lower. I did this for about two weeks prior to a doctor's appointment, keeping a record of checks three to four times a day and giving it to my doctor. He ran an EKG, then reduced my dosage in half, and I'm checking out fine at around 120/70/67. I suggest checking your salt intake."

• Jenni...
• September 4, 2013

"I went to the hospital with a 150 resting heart rate, which freaked me out! After many tests, no one could find anything wrong with my heart. I did have high blood pressure, a higher heart rate, and I have SEVERE anxiety. They started me on 25 mg twice a day in the hospital, and it did start to help with my heart rate and made me less anxious. When I finally went home, I checked my blood pressure as well, and it too was doing well. My only concern is that I have vivid nightmares that are scary as hell, and I just don't understand."

• Pauca
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 17, 2017

Metoprolol Succinate ER (metoprolol) "I had high blood pressure going up to 170/ 95 and after 3 weeks of use with 50 mg. My blood pressure went down to normal levels 120/ 80. No side effects at all. Works well for me especially when I compare it with previous used medicine ( Lisinopril) which gave me a bad cough."

• indig...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 10, 2019

"So two years ago I went on Effexor/Venlafaxine for anxiety panic disorder I was on Celexa for 10 years prior felt it wasn't working. Okay so, my dose was upped to 150mg the Effexor and ended up in emergency with my heart at 180 beats per minute. They slowed it after two shots of two different meds, was put on metoprolol at the hospital. Not thinking it was Effexor that it just happened and got all tests done saying I had a benign superventrical tachycardia. My bp was high, I decided to get off Effexor which was awful not even close to an exaggeration. My BP dropped back to normal and so did everything else. I am off of metoprolol because I was on 50mg in am and pm and after I got off of Effexor it made my blood pressure very low and heart rate very low as well. I was getting really dizzy and had to lay down because everything was spinning. After I stopped it all went away. Crazy Ride. I can't live like that, no orgasms, depressed and sad, no motivation on Metoprolol weak, no energy. Pass"

• Grumpy
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 17, 2019

"I have been on blood pressure medicine for 40 years. I had bypass in 2016 and prescribed metoprolol afterwards. I have had terrible muscle pain since. Doctor told me was not metroprolol, repeatedly. Went back to previous med and pain subsided, so yes metoprolol side effect is muscle pain!"

• Anonymous
• March 11, 2008

Toprol-XL (metoprolol) "I started taking Toprol XL 100mg one week ago. My blood pressure and pulse are much better. 125/75 and 75 pulse compared to 160/100 and 100 pulse. The only problem I am noticing is my sleep. I am not sleeping soundly. I toss and turn all night, something I guess I will get used to. Other than that, it is keeping me calmer; my heart is not racing nor is my head pounding. I have had high blood pressure for 12 years and tried many kinds of medications. I am hoping the new cardiologist is on the right track!"