Is Metoprolol a blood thinner?
No, metoprolol is not a blood thinner. It works to relax blood vessels and slow heart rate.
Your doctor may prescribe metoprolol tartrate to:
- Lower blood pressure
- Treat angina pectoris (a condition where the blood supply to the heart is decreased)
- Lower the risk of death due to a heart attack
Metoprolol succinate may be prescribed to:
- Lower blood pressure
- Treat angina pectoris
- Treat heart failure
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Drug information
- Metoprolol Information for Consumers
- Metoprolol prescribing info & package insert (for Health Professionals)
- Side Effects of Metoprolol (detailed)
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