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Can I Take Sudafed While On Metoprolol?
Question: I take 25 Mg of metoprolol tartrate...2 times per day.
I have severe sinus congestion today.....Can I take sudafed for relief?
I have severe sinus congestion today.....Can I take sudafed for relief?
Brief Answer:
Sudafed and metoprolol
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Sudafed and metoprolol, when taken together, can increase your blood pressure. So if you decide to take the two medications together, frequent monitoring of blood pressure is required. That being said taking a few doses of Sudafed would not cause many issues.
Another option is using Otrivin for a short span of time (3-4 days) nasal drops instead of Sudafed. The nasal drops have a localized action on the nose to relieve congestion without many systemic effects.
Hope this answers your question
Please let me know if you need further clarification
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
Sudafed and metoprolol
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Sudafed and metoprolol, when taken together, can increase your blood pressure. So if you decide to take the two medications together, frequent monitoring of blood pressure is required. That being said taking a few doses of Sudafed would not cause many issues.
Another option is using Otrivin for a short span of time (3-4 days) nasal drops instead of Sudafed. The nasal drops have a localized action on the nose to relieve congestion without many systemic effects.
Hope this answers your question
Please let me know if you need further clarification
Regards
Dr.Lekshmi
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