Medical Description
Revelol XL 100 Tablet may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency will depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not have symptoms if you stop taking it your condition may worsen.
The main side effects of Revelol XL 100 Tablet are fatigue, headache, slow heart rate, feeling dizzy, and nausea. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase certain side effects.
Uses of Revelol Xl 100 MG
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It is used to treat:
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High blood pressure
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Chest pain (angina pectoris)
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Irregular heart rhythm
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Migraine
Contraindications of Revelol Xl 100 MG
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If you have an allergy to this medicine or any of the ingredients of this medicine
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If you are suffering from heart conduction problem (like AV block) or uncontrolled heart failure
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If you are suffering from sick sinus syndrome (abnormal heart rhythms due to malfunction of sinus node)
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If you have continuous chest pain that occurs when you are at rest, between midnight and early morning (Prinzmetal’s angina)
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If you have reduced blood supply to your limbs (peripheral arterial disease)
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If you have severe asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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If you are suffering from untreated high blood pressure due to tumour in adrenal gland (phaechromocytoma)
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If you have a condition called metabolic acidosis (increased acidity in your body)
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If you are using medicines to treat irregular heart rhythm like disopyramide
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If you have diabetes associated with frequent low blood sugar levels (hypoglycaemia)
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If you are suffering from low blood pressure (hypotension)
Side effects of Revelol Xl 100 MG
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Low blood pressure when you stand
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Tiredness
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Slow heart rate
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Dizziness
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Headache
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Feeling sick
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Stomach pain
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Shortness of breath
Dosage
Revelol XL 100 Tablet
Revelol XL 50 Tablet
Revelol XL 25 Tablet
Revelol XL 12.5 Tablet
Revelol-25H Tablet
Revelol-CH 50mg/12.5mg Tablet
Revelol-CH 50/6.25 Tablet
Revelol-AM 50/5 Tablet
Revelol-AM 25/5 Tablet
Revelol-AM 25/2.5 Tablet
Precautions and Warnings of Revelol Xl 100 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
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This medicine passes into the mother’s milk and not recommended if you are breastfeeding
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The infant needs close monitoring for side effects like slowing of heart rate in such cases
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
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You have asthma
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If you have diabetes, caution is required, Metoprolol may cause low blood sugar levels and also change the body’s response to low blood sugar. You may not experience warning signs of low blood sugar such as an increase in heart rate, sweating, hunger pangs, headache, etc.
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You have a tumour of adrenal gland tissue (Pheochromocytoma)
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You have an overactive thyroid (a condition when thyroid gland produces too much of the thyroxine hormone)
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You are suffering from psoriasis
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You have a circulation related problem in toes, arm, legs or fingers
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You are suffering from a type of chest pain (Prinzmetal’s angina)
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You recently had any heart attack, chest pain or heart surgery
Mode of Action of Revelol Xl 100 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Revelol Xl 100 MG
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Please take it as directed by your doctor
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Always take it at the same time everyday
Interactions of Revelol Xl 100 MG
Interactions with other medicines
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Medicines used to treat irregular heart rhythm (Amiodarone, disopyramide)
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Medicines used to treat pain or inflammation (Indomethacin, Sulindac, Diclofenac and Foctafenine)
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Medicines used to treat depression (Fluoxetine, Paroxetine and Bupropion)
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Medicines used to treat mental conditions (antipsychotic) like Thioridazine
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Medicines used to treat HIV (antiretroviral) like Ritonavir
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Medicines used to treat allergies (antihistamine) like Diphenhydramine
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Medicines used to treat malaria (Hydroxychloroquine, Mefloquine)
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Medicines used to treat fungal infection of skin (Terbinafine)
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Medicines used to treat acidity or ulcers (antacids) like Cimetidine
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Medicines used to treat heart problems (Digoxin)
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Medicine used in acute shock and severe allergic reaction (Epinephrine)
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Medicine used to reduce swelling of the nose (Phenylpropanolamine)
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Eye drops like other beta blockers
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Medicines used to treat depression and Parkinson’s disease (Monoamine Oxidase inhibitors)
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Medicines used to lower down the blood pressure (Clonidine, Guanfacine, Moxonidine, Methyldopa, Rilmenidine)
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Medicines used to treat migraine (Ergotamine)
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Medicines used to treat chest pain (Nitroglycerine)
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General anaesthetics or local anesthetic (Lidocaine)
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Medicines used to reduce blood sugar level like Insulin and oral antidiabetic medicines
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Medicines used to treat high blood pressure and benign prostatic hyperplasia (Prazosine, Tamsulosin, Terazosin, Doxazosin)
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Medicines used to treat tuberculosis (Rifampicin)
Interactions with food items
Storage and disposal of Revelol Xl 100 MG
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Store it in original packing to protect it from light
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Try to keep out of the reach of children
Dosage of Revelol Xl 100 MG
Overdose
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Symptoms of an overdose include low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, heart failure, shock, loss of consciousness, coma, nausea, vomiting, bluish colour of the lips, tongue and skin, low levels of potassium or calcium in blood
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If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital
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