Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER 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.

Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER is a combination of antihypertensives and diuretic medicines.

Uses of Metocard-CHT Tablet ER

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Metocard-CHT Tablet ER

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER 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 Metocard-CHT 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 Metocard-CHT

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 Metocard-CHT 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. Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER 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 Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER 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

Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER 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

Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER is not recommended in these patients.

Liver

CAUTION

Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Metocard-CHT Tablet ER?

If you miss a dose of Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER, 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.

Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER

₹14.46/Tablet ER

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

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹14.45/tablet er

same price

Metolar 3D 50 Tablet ER

Cipla Ltd

₹15/tablet er

4% costlier

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

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹14.45/tablet er

same price

Met XL 3D 50/12.5 Tablet

Ajanta Pharma Ltd

₹16.85/tablet er

17% costlier

Telma-MCT 50/12.5 Tablet ER

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹13.8/tablet er

5% cheaper

Quick tips

Metocard-CHT Tablet ER

You have been prescribed Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER 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.
Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER 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 Metocard-CHT 50 Tablet ER suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Patient concerns

Blood pressure 154/94 pulse 90 Dr. Prescribed metocard xl 50

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Interventional Cardiology

how r you after medicine

Sir I have high blood pressure around 150/110.i am using metocard am and telma h 80 .is it suitable for me?

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Interventional Cardiology

Seems fine hows your kidney function

My sugar level sometimes goes down to 85 in the evening and blood pressure 95/138.Please tell what is the cause and prevention.Though I am not a sugar patient.I take metocard xl 50 one tablet daily in the morning for blood pressure,but still my blood pressure is not stable.I suffer headache sometime after two or three days.Thanks

Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal

Pathology

Hi I suggest you should consult a general practitioner with your latest reports

My blood pressure is 100/160 . I am taking Metocard 50 tablet in the morning every day as per doctor advice from last one year. However, I am not able to get a normal bp of 80/120. Doctor told this condition is primary hypertension. My blood cholesterol levels, blood sugar and all other test results are normal. Let me advise any alternate medicine for the same??.

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Interventional Cardiology

Add amlodepine 5 mg daily evening

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