Lopressor

Description

Introduction

Lopressor is a medication that your doctor will prescribe to treat your high blood pressure, angina or heart failure. It belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. Beta-blocker medicines work by stopping some natural chemicals in your body affecting your heart and blood vessels. This makes your blood vessels relax and widen, reducing your blood pressure. It also makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Your doctor may have prescribed Asomex in the past because its positive effect has been shown in patients taking this type of medicine. If you have any questions about this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

What Does It Do?

A doctor may prescribe Lopressor when you have high blood pressure. Taking Lopressor helps lower your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a heart attack, a stroke, angina or kidney problems. Lopressor may also be prescribed to treat your angina pectoris; which is chest pain or discomfort which occurs because your heart muscle does not get enough blood. If you have had a heart attack, taking Lopressor will help your heart work better. If you have experienced any of the symptoms of heart failure, you will find it easier to breathe and not feel as tired when you take Lopressor. Taking Lopressor will also reduce your risk of having another heart attack. Your doctor will have explained why you are being treated with Lopressor.

Side Effects of Lopressor

The medicine can affect the blood in you in some ways.

• Feeling dizzy or light-headed
• feeling tired or weak
• short of breath
• cold hands and feet
• be unble to sleep
• suffering from nightmares

Some side effects are not so common but may be serious.

• slow heart beat
• feeling faint when you stand up
• depression
• difficulty breathing or wheezing

If you react in any way that makes you feel ill or not yourself after taking Lopressor, tell your doctor at once. Your doctor may need to stop your treatment or give you another type of beta-blocker.

How to Use

It is recommended to take Lopressor exactly as prescribed. The medication is usually taken once or twice a day with or without food. Take it at the same time daily to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the drug suddenly because it may cause a rapid increase in blood pressure and other serious side effects. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible but not if it is almost time for the next intake by the schedule. Do not double the dose.

Precautions

Before taking the medication, you should tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially asthma or other lung problems, diabetes, or liver disease. Let your healthcare professional know about other medications you are taking, including non-prescription medications or supplements. Do not drink alcohol while taking Lopressor, as it can increase the risk of side effects. The drug may cause dizziness. Do not drive a car or operate potentially dangerous machinery until you know how the drug affects you.

FAQ

1. Is it safe for pregnant women to take this medication?
It is essential to discuss the benefits and risks of taking Lopressor during pregnancy or while breastfeeding with your doctor.
2. How rapid does Lopressor work?
The medication may start to lower blood pressure within the first hours. However, it may take several weeks up to three months for you to feel the full benefit of Lopressor.
3. Can I combine the medication with other medicines for lowering my blood pressure?
Lopressor can be taken with other medications for keeping your blood pressure under control.

In conclusion, Lopressor is one of the most popular beta-blocker medications used today and brings a myriad of beneficial effects for people with high blood pressure, angina, and heart failure. If you follow your doctor’s instructions about the use of the medication and pay attention to them unwanted side effects, you will be able to control your condition and improve your general health and well-being.