Metoprolol/Selected CYP2D6 Inhibitors Interactions
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Medical warning:
Moderate. These medicines may cause some risk when taken together. Contact your healthcare professional (e.g. doctor or pharmacist) for more information.
How the interaction occurs:
Some medicines may slow down how quickly your body processes metoprolol.
What might happen:
The amount of metoprolol in your blood may increase and cause more side effects than normal.
What you should do about this interaction:
Let your healthcare professionals (e.g doctor or pharmacist) know that you are taking these medicines together. Let your doctor know if you experience a slow heartbeat, weakness, fatigue, or dizziness. Your medicine may need to be adjusted.Your healthcare professionals may already be aware of this interaction and may be monitoring you for it. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.
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