Side Effects
This usage of metoprolol has its positive effects and negative effects. These effects in some individuals may be mild while it may be serious in others. These side effects also depend 0on the Age, underlying health issues and interactions with other medications. These side effects include:
Mild Effects
These effects are likely to come up when metoprolol is used generally by anybody and are temporary, such as
- Heartburn
- Vomiting
- Reduced interest in sex
- Pain in the stomach
- Runny nose
- Reduced heart rate
- Loss of hair
- Swelling of the arms and legs
- Dry mouth
- Excess fatigue
- Headache and dizziness
- Itchy rash
- Diarrhea[2]
- Shortage of breath
Serious Side Effects
Apart from the mild and general effects, there are some that requires immediate treatments, such effects include:
- Heart failure
- Low blood pressure
- Allergic reactions
- Fainting
- Depression [3] and anxiety. [4]