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What All Would Be The Side Effects While Stopping Metoprol?

I have been taking metoprol to help, with palpitations but have suffered from severe fatigue. My Cardiologist has determined to take me off the metoprol. I am beginning the step down process from 50 mg per day to 25 mg per day. What side effects should I expect during this process?
Fri, 22 Aug 2014
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Brief answer: Palpitations,Hypertension,dizziness,exacerbation of pre-existing coronary artery disease.
Detailed answer:
According to me,gradual tapering of the drug dose over 1 or 2 weeks,mostly should not result in any withdrawal effects like palpitations,dizziness,arrhythmia etc which i hope your treating doctor has already advised.Seek medical attention if you feel uncomfortable.Hope this information helps you.If any further questions,happy to answer you.Take care
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What All Would Be The Side Effects While Stopping Metoprol?

Thanks for using healthcaremagic.I understand your concern Brief answer: Palpitations,Hypertension,dizziness,exacerbation of pre-existing coronary artery disease. Detailed answer: According to me,gradual tapering of the drug dose over 1 or 2 weeks,mostly should not result in any withdrawal effects like palpitations,dizziness,arrhythmia etc which i hope your treating doctor has already advised.Seek medical attention if you feel uncomfortable.Hope this information helps you.If any further questions,happy to answer you.Take care