Dosage
Firstly, it is advised to go to the doctor for proper checkup in order to know the type of dosage to prescribe or which type of tablet of injection to prescribe based on some certain factors, which are: the condition being treated, health history and age. These factors determine the amount of drug to use, how to use, time of usage.
For Adults
For heart failure, metoprolol is used after using the main drugs for this illness. For heart attack, metoprolol injections are used for the treatment initially in the hospital and after visible changes are noticed, the doctor prescribes the oral tablets.
Immediate release drugs are to be taken once or twice as prescribed, while extended release drugs are to be used once daily.it is also advised to follow a set time when using this medication, it increases the effectiveness. Suddenly stopping the drugs has dangerous effects, therefore speak to your doctor before taking any step when using this drug.
For Children
The weight of the child is a major determinant of the doctor’s prescription and dosage. This medication is also used to reduce blood pressure in children.