Clinical reference
Antihypertensive, Antiarrhythmic · Adrenergic blocking agent (beta-1 selective), class II antiarrhythmic · Cardiology, Primary Care, Pediatrics
Metoprolol is a beta-1 selective adrenergic blocker used for hypertension. Formulations: Tablets 25, 37.5, 50, 75, 100 mg; Extended-release tablets (Toprol-XL) 25, 50, 100, 200 mg; Extended-release capsules as sprinkles (Kapspargo Sprinkle) 25, 50, 100, 200 mg (corn starch); Oral liquid 10 mg/mL; Injection 1 mg/mL (5 mL). Contraindicated in sinus bradycar…