Drug Details
Therapeutic Class:
Beta-blocker
Forms:
Tablet, capsule
Administration:
By mouth
Therapeutic Uses:
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Angina pectoris (chest pain)
Heart failure
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
What is Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate)?
Toprol XL (tuh proh lulh uhk sell) belongs to a group of medications called beta-blockers. It is used to treat chest pain, high blood pressure, and heart failure and increase the chances of survival in patients who have suffered a heart attack.
There may be other uses of Toprol XL - your pharmacist or healthcare provider can give you more information.
Who can take Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate)?
Toprol XL is approved for use in adults and children over the age of 6 years. Toprol XL is not recommended for children less than 6 years old.
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