Drug Name:Metoprolol
Drug Class:Beta-blocker
Mechanism of Action:Selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist
Use:
  • Hypertension
  • Angina pectoris
  • Heart failure
  • Myocardial infarction
  • Arrhythmias
Side Effects:
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Depression
  • Bradycardia
  • Hypotension
  • Bronchospasm
Contraindications:
  • Severe bradycardia
  • Heart block greater than first degree
  • Cardiogenic shock
  • Severe hypotension
  • Severe asthma or COPD
Specialty:
  • Cardiology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Family Medicine