The headline “The 10 Metoprolol Side Effects Your Doctor Is PRAYING You Don’t Discover” is sensationalized. Metoprolol has well-established side effects, and they aren’t secret. It is a beta-blocker commonly used for high blood pressure, angina, heart failure, and after a heart attack.
10 side effects or concerns to know
- Tiredness or fatigue
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Slow heart rate
- Low blood pressure
- Diarrhea
- Dry mouth
- Skin rash or itching
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
- Fainting, weight gain, or a rapid/irregular heartbeat
Some of these are relatively common, while others are uncommon but potentially serious. The prescribing information also notes that metoprolol can worsen symptoms of certain circulation problems and can interact with medicines such as some calcium-channel blockers
