METOPROLOL TARTRATE (Lopressor) Nursing Considerations

What is the generic name?

METOPROLOL TARTRATE

What is the Trade Name for METOPROLOL TARTRATE?

Lopressor

What are the Indications for METOPROLOL TARTRATE?

• INDICATIONS AND USAGE Hypertension Lopressor tablets are indicated for the treatment of hypertension. They may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents. Angina Pectoris Lopressor is indicated in the long-term treatment of angina pectoris. Myocardial Infarction Lopressor tablets are indicated in the treatment of hemodynamically stable patients with definite or suspected acute myocardial infarction to reduce cardiovascular mortality when used alone or in conjunction with intravenous Lopressor. Oral Lopressor therapy can be initiated after intravenous Lopressor therapy or, alternatively, oral treatment can begin within 3 to 10 days of the acute event (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION , CONTRAINDICATIONS , and WARNINGS ).

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