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Lopressor |
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- Description - |
Lopressor, a type of medication known as a beta blocker, is used in the treatment of high bloodpressure, angina pectoris (chest pain, usually caused by lack of oxygen to the heart due toclogged arteries), and heart attack. When prescribed for high blood pressure, it is effective whenused alone or in combination with other high blood pressure medications. Beta blockers decreasethe force and rate of heart contractions, thereby reducing the demand for oxygen and loweringblood pressure.
Occasionally doctors prescribe Lopressor for the treatment of aggressive behavior, preventionof migraine headache, and relief of temporary anxiety.
An extended-release form of this drug, called Toprol-XL, is prescribed for high blood pressure,angina, and heart failure. |
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Depression,diarrhea,dizziness,itching,rash,shortness of breath,slow heartbeat,tiredness |
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- Possible Interactions - |
Albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin)
Amiodarone (Cordarone)
Barbiturates such as phenobarbital
Calcium channel blockers such as Calan and Cardizem
Cimetidine (Tagamet)
Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)
Clonidine (Catapres)
Epinephrine (EpiPen)
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Hydralazine (Apresoline)
Insulin
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Motrin and Indocin
Oral diabetes drugs such as Glucotrol and Micronase
Paroxetine (Paxil)
Prazosin (Minipress)
Propafenone (Rythmol)
Quinidine (Quinaglute)
Ranitidine (Zantac)
Rifampin (Rifadin)
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- Manufacturer - |
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Novartis Pharmaceuticals |
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One Health PLaza Building 415 Room1014C |
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East Hanover, NJ 07936 |
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USA |
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