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Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL

Manufactured byEris Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsMetoprolol
Description
Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL is a heart medicine that contains Metoprolol. It is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), angina pectoris (chest pain caused when your heart muscle does not get enough oxygen-rich blood), and arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat). Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL helps in preventing heart attack (a blockage of blood flow to the heart muscle) and stroke (damage to the brain from interruption of its blood supply). Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL works by reducing the rate and force of the contractions of your heart. Thus it decreases high blood pressure. Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL may cause side effects like headache, breathing difficulty, low blood pressure, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist for a longer time. This medicine may also cause dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine. Do not take Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL if you are allergic to it. Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL should be taken with food or immediately after food. For the ease of remembering, take this medicine around the same time every day. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL may interact with other medicines. Hence, inform your doctor about your complete medical history including medical conditions if any. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding before taking Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL

  • Blurred vision
  • Dizziness
  • Shortness of breath
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Cough
  • Fever and chills
  • Low blood pressure
  • Dark urine
  • Unusual tiredness or weakness
  • Yellow eyes and skin
  • Headache

Uses of Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypertension
  • Angina Pectoris
  • Cardiac arrhythmias
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL can be observed within 1-2 hours after taking it.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid drinking alcohol while you are on treatment with Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL because it can lower the blood pressure drastically.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL is safe to use during breastfeeding. It passes into breast milk in very low levels that are not expected to cause any side effects in breastfed infants. However, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Second or third-degree heart block

Heart block is a condition that occurs when the signals that control your heart are slowed down. Heart block is of three stages named as first, second, or third-degree. First-degree heart block is the least severe, second-degree heart block is severe and can often progress to third-degree heart block, the most severe form. Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL is not recommended to treat second or third-degree heart block that requires emergency attention.

Bradycardia

Bradycardia or slow heart rate occurs when your heart beats less than 60 times per minute. Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL is not recommended to treat a slow heart rate.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL is safe to use during breastfeeding. It passes into breast milk in very low levels that are not expected to cause any side effects in breastfed infants. However, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Major surgery

Use Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL with caution if you are planning to undergo major surgery.

Sports

Athletes are advised not to indulge in certain sports while using Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL. Archery, racing, shooting, and other high-risk sports should be avoided. If you are actively involved in sports, you are advised to refer to the list of medicines published by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) that are not to be taken while participating in certain sports events.

Driving or operating machines

Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL may cause dizziness and fatigue in some people. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines after taking this medicine.

Use in children

Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age since the safety and efficacy of its use are not clinically established.

Missed Dose

Do not skip any dose of Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL. If you forget to take a dose of Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL, seek immediate medical attention.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid drinking alcohol while you are on treatment with Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL because it can lower the blood pressure drastically.
Interaction with Medicine

Amlodipine

Aminophylline

Diltiazem

Disease interactions

Asthma/ COPD

Use Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL with caution if you have a respiratory condition such as asthma (a condition in which a person's airways become inflamed, narrow and swell and produce extra mucus, which makes it difficult to breathe) or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD; a group of lung diseases that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe). Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL can cause shortness of breath and also worsen other respiratory symptoms.

Diabetes

Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL can mask the symptoms of low blood sugar if you have diabetes. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your blood sugar levels while on treatment with this medicine.

Liver disease

Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL should be used with extreme caution if you have a liver problem. This medicine breaks down in your liver and is excreted through urine. Using this medicine while you have pre-existing liver troubles can further worsen your condition.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma or high eye pressure occurs when the nerve connecting the eye to the brain is damaged. Take Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL with caution if you have such a condition as it may increase the risk of mydriasis (a condition in which the pupil of the eye gets widened due to increased eye pressure).

Hyperlipidaemia

Hyperlipidaemia is a condition in which there are high levels of fat or cholesterol in the blood. Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL can increase the cholesterol levels in your blood. Hence use Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL with caution.
Food interactions
Multivitamins with minerals may reduce the effectiveness of Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL when used together. Take Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL 2 hours before taking multivitamins with minerals.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL is used to treat high blood pressure and heart problems. Take Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL with food or immediately after food. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL at around the same time daily. Appropriate lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise, and smoking cessation should be done along with this medicine to get the best possible effect. Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL may cause dizziness. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine. Do not break or crush Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL in your mouth.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Protol Xl 25 MG Tablet XL blocks beta receptors and as a result, your heart beats more slowly and less forcefully. It also helps to lower the blood pressure and strain on your heart.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Cardioselective beta blockers, Beta Blockers

Schedule

Schedule H

Metoprolol: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2020 [cited 6 May 2020]. Available from:

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682864.html

Metoprolol [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [cited 6 May 2020]. Available from:

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Metoprolol
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Information on this page was last updated on 22 Oct 2021

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