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What Causes Headaches And Light Headedness While On Metoprolol?
My blood pressure is 155/77 , pulse 77. I am a 52 year old , overweight female, treated with low dose 25 mg metoprolol. I am getting a headache and felt a little lightheaded earlier and have had a slight flutter in my throat which caused be to caugh sever times.
Mon, 4 Apr 2016
Thanks for asking at Healthcare Magic. I read your question and I understand your concern.
Metoprolol can cause headache, light headedness.
However these are less common side effects.
Hypertension (155/77) don't cause headache and light headedness.
I would like to advise you to take Advil.
Do mentle relaxation excersize like Yoga and Meditation.
Hope it helps best.
Don't forget to rate this answer and close the discussion at Healthcare Magic.
Take your best care.
Regards
Dr Ejaz
Metoprolol can cause headache, light headedness.
However these are less common side effects.
Hypertension (155/77) don't cause headache and light headedness.
I would like to advise you to take Advil.
Do mentle relaxation excersize like Yoga and Meditation.
Hope it helps best.
Don't forget to rate this answer and close the discussion at Healthcare Magic.
Take your best care.
Regards
Dr Ejaz
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