Product Name   :    Metoprolol Succinate 20% DC Granules
Dosage Form   :    Tablets
Dose   :    50mg
Reference Product   :    Toprol-XL
API : DMF; Dossier — CTD   :    Available
Originator   :    IntelGenx Corp
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.
Metoprolol, marketed under the tradename Lopressor among others, is a medication of the selective ?1 receptor blocker type.[3] It is used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain due to poor blood flow to the heart, and a number of conditions involving an abnormally fast heart rate.[3] It is also used to prevent further heart problems after myocardial infarction and to prevent headaches in those with migraines.[3] Metoprolol is sold in formulations that can be taken by mouth or given intravenously.[3] The medication is often taken twice a day.[3] The extended-release formulation is taken once per day.[3] Metoprolol may be combined with hydrochlorothiazide (a diuretic) in a single tablet.