Metoprolol is a medication commonly used to help manage high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), some heart rhythm problems, and heart failure. Like any medicine, it can cause side effects, but the experience varies from person to person.
10 common side effects of metoprolol
- Fatigue or low energy
- Feeling more tired than usual is common, especially after starting treatment.
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Can happen as your body adjusts to lower blood pressure or heart rate.
- Slow heart rate
- Metoprolol is designed to slow the heartbeat, but some people may notice their pulse becomes too low.
- Cold hands and feet
- Reduced blood flow to the extremities can cause a cooler sensation.
- Sleep changes or vivid dreams
- Some people report changes in sleep patterns.
- Low blood pressure
- May lead to weakness, dizziness, or feeling faint.
- Shortness of breath or wheezing
- This is more important to discuss if you have asthma or other lung conditions.
- Nausea or digestive discomfort
- Stomach upset can occur in some people.
- Mood changes
- Some people notice changes in mood or a lower sense of energy.
- Sexual side effects
- Changes in sexual function can occur in some people.
Get medical advice if you notice:
- Fainting or severe dizziness
- Chest pain
- New or worsening breathing difficulty
- A very slow or irregular heartbeat
- Swelling or sudden weight gain
Do not stop metoprolol suddenly unless your healthcare professional tells you to. Stopping it abruptly can cause serious heart-related problems in some people.
If you are taking metoprolol and have concerns, share your dose, reason for taking it, and symptoms, and I can help you understand what may be related to the medication.
