Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. It also removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body.

Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet is a combination of antihypertensives and diuretic medicines.

Uses of Met XL 3D Tablet ER

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Met XL 3D Tablet ER

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also increases urine output. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

Side effects of Met XL 3D Tablet ER

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Met XL 3D

Nausea
Taste change
Diarrhea
Upset stomach
Headache
Dizziness
Weakness
Cold extremities
Numbness of extremity
Increased uric acid level in blood
Increased blood lipid level
Decreased magnesium level in blood
Slow heart rate
Decreased sodium level in blood
Decreased blood pressure

How to use Met XL 3D Tablet ER

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet is not recommended in these patients.

Liver

CAUTION

Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Met XL 3D Tablet ER?

If you miss a dose of Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet

₹17.73/Tablet ER

Sartel Beta Plus 12.5mg/50mg/40mg Tablet ER

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹14.45/tablet er

18% cheaper

Metolar 3D 50 Tablet ER

Cipla Ltd

₹15/tablet er

15% cheaper

Sartelbeta Plus 12.5mg/50mg/40mg Tablet ER

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₹14.45/tablet er

18% cheaper

Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹14.46/tablet er

18% cheaper

Telma-MCT 50/12.5 Tablet ER

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₹13.8/tablet er

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Quick tips

Met XL 3D Tablet ER

You have been prescribed Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
It may cause more frequent urination. Take it at least 4 hrs before bedtime to avoid waking up to urinate.
It may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
Do not stop taking Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor.

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Patient concerns

my doctor suggest me to take METXL T for hypertension but it is not available now , please suggest me any other substitute of this medicine

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

there is no such medicinemet xl is there do u want that

I have very black patches in my elbow. Are there any way to get rid of them? I take bp medicines like cardace and met xl 12.5 regularly

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

Check Blood sugar fasting and serum Insulin fasting and PP

In last month I had blood bleeding from left nose continues six times average 40 mins. Each time I was admitted hospital they done nose packing for three days in three days I had blood drops from right nose two times. Fourth day they removed the packing and operated in the nose they informed me that I have small hole in my nose and they operated and closed finely I don't know why it is happened even they were not informed me I am using tablet for heigh blood pressure ( TRIOLMEZEST - 40 Olmesartan (40 mg), Amyloid pine (5 mg), Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5 mg)v) In last total moral month I had bp fluctuations ( 140/80 to 100/60) Now I am having met XL 50 & Thelma 40 for heigh bp I can know why this episode was happened

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

I think basically it is due to high blood pressure keep your blood pressure in controlWith hole crust formation increase and in a ent specialist with increase BP when this crusts come out bleeding occurs

How to get rid from ED effect due to bita blocker met xl 50.use after angioplasty?can ed problem solved after stop use bita blocker in future?

Dr. Shyam Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

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