AVAILABLE INFORMATION FOR
(STARPRESS XL 12.5 TABLET)

SALT INFORMATION
Metoprolol 11.8 MG (Prolonged Release)

Use
It is used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain due to poor blood flow to the heart, and a number of conditions involving an abnormally fast heart rate, also used to prevent further heart problems after myocardial infarction and to prevent headaches in those with migraines.
Common Side Effect
Include dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, diarrhea, trouble sleeping, depression, and vision problems.
Precaution
Smoking and alcohol should be avoided as it may worsen the side effect, avoid high salt or high sodium intake in meals. Avoid if you have a slow heart rate, problems with blood circulation, or pheochromocytoma (a tumor that develops on a gland near the kidneys and may cause high blood pressure and fast heartbeat), should not be used during pregnancy.

Class of Drug - Dihydropyridine Class of Calcium Channel Blocker (Novel Calcium Antagonist)
Route of Administration - Oral
Bioavailability - 64 to 90%
Biological Half Life - 2.5 Hours
Excretion - Kidney