Metoprolol works partly by slowing the heart rate. But if the heart rate becomes too slow, or if you feel faint, dizzy, weak, or unusually tired, you should not ignore it.
Mayo Clinic lists dizziness, confusion, unusual tiredness, weakness, and other symptoms as reasons to check with a doctor right away.
4. Ignoring Shortness of Breath or Wheezing
Some people may experience breathing symptoms while taking beta-blockers. The NHS advises immediate emergency help if someone taking metoprolol becomes short of breath, wheezy, or has chest tightness, because these could be signs of lung problems.
Breathing problems should always be taken seriously.
5. Missing Doses Often
Missing doses can make blood pressure or heart symptoms harder to control. It can also create ups and downs in how the medication works.
If you forget a dose, follow the instructions from your doctor, pharmacist, or medication leaflet. Do not double up unless a healthcare professional specifically tells you to.
6. Mixing It With Other Medicines Without Asking
Metoprolol can interact with other medications, including some heart medicines, blood pressure medicines, diabetes medicines, antidepressants, and cold medicines. Some combinations may increase the risk of low blood pressure, slow heartbeat, dizziness, or other side effects.
Verywell Health notes that several medicine groups may interact with metoprolol, including calcium channel blockers, digoxin, clonidine, some antidepressants, diabetes medications, and some cold medicines.
Always tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take, including prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, supplements, and herbal products.
7. Not Checking Blood Pressure and Pulse
Many people take metoprolol without regularly checking blood pressure or pulse. But these numbers can help your doctor know whether the dose is working safely.
If your doctor asks you to monitor your blood pressure or heart rate, write the readings down and bring them to appointments.
8. Drinking Alcohol Without Considering the Effect
Alcohol may make dizziness or lightheadedness worse in some people taking blood pressure or heart medications.
If metoprolol makes you feel dizzy, tired, or weak, alcohol may make these feelings stronger. Ask your doctor or pharmacist what is safe for your situation.
9. Ignoring Chest Pain
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