Metocard XL (12.5 mg) [Metoprolol]

Drug brand Metocard XL (12.5 mg) is being manufactured and marketed by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. The main active ingredient or salt in this drug is Metoprolol. This drug comes in the form of Tablet. The general packing available for this medicine consists of 10 Tablet and is priced at Rs 17.00 (arround $0.238 US Dollar)

Generic :	Metoprolol
Pharma Company :	Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Brand Label :	Metocard XL (12.5 mg)
Preparation Type :	Tablet
Single Dose :	1 Tablet
Composition :	Metoprolol-12.5 mg
Pack Size/Qty/Vol :	10 Tablet
Price Unit :	Rs 1.7
Price Pack :	Rs 17.00 INR (arround $0.238 US Dollar)

Drug details for Metocard XL (12.5 mg)

Usage: Why is this medication prescribed?

The main active ingredient or salt in Metocard XL (12.5 mg) is Metoprolol.

Metoprolol is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. It also is used to prevent angina (chest pain) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol also is used in combination with other medications to treat heart failure. Metoprolol is in a class of medications called beta blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing heart rate to improve blood flow and decrease blood pressure.

High blood pressure is a common condition and when not treated, can cause damage to the brain, heart, blood vessels, kidneys and other parts of the body. Damage to these organs may cause heart disease, a heart attack, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure, loss of vision, and other problems. In addition to taking medication, making lifestyle changes will also help to control your blood pressure. These changes include eating a diet that is low in fat and salt, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising at least 30 minutes most days, not smoking, and using alcohol in moderation.

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Generic Drug Substitutes for : Metocard XL (12.5 mg)

There are 10 brands listed here as Generic Substitutes for Metocard XL (12.5 mg), which have same salt or similar Generic composition (i.e. Metoprolol-12.5 mg).
Please note that one can request a doctor or pharmacist to substitute a generic version of the prescribed drug brand, if any. So far as quality and performance of generic version is concerned, mostly, Generics with the same active ingredient (here i.e. Metoprolol-12.5 mg), are just as appropriate and effective for patient treatment as otherwise, the prescribed branded one

Brand	Price (Rs.)	Brand	Price (Rs.)
Betaone XL (12.5 mg)	33.25	Kimet XL (12.5 mg)	32.00
Met XL (12.5 mg)	16.00	Metolar XR (12.5 mg)	25.00
Metpure XL (12.5 mg)	59.20	Metslow 12.5	24.00
Metzok (12.5 mg)	24.50	Nexmet XL (12.5 mg)	17.00
Prolomet XL (12.5 mg)	27.00	Tolol XR FC (12.5 mg)	18.75

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