Metoprolol (Intravenous Route)
Name: Metoprolol (Intravenous Route)
- Metoprolol Intravenous Route brand name
- Metoprolol Intravenous Route effects of
- Metoprolol Intravenous Route the effects of
- Metoprolol Intravenous Route injection
US Brand Name
- Lopressor
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of metoprolol injection in the elderly. However, elderly patients may be more sensitive to the effects of metoprolol injection than younger adults and are more likely to have age-related liver or heart problems, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving metoprolol injection.
Other Medical Problems
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
- Blood circulation problems or
- Bradycardia (slow heartbeat) or
- Heart block or
- Heart failure, moderate to severe or
- Sick-sinus syndrome (heart rhythm problem)—Should not be used in patients with these conditions.
- Diabetes or
- Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) or
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)—May cover up some of the signs and symptoms of these diseases, such as a fast heartbeat.
- Hypotension (low blood pressure) or
- Ischemic heart disease or
- Lung disease (eg, asthma, bronchitis, emphysema) or
- Pheochromocytoma (adrenal gland tumor)—Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.
- Liver disease—Use with caution. The effects may be increased because of slower removal of the medicine from the body.