You should not use Toprol-XL if you have a severe heart block (greater than first degree), sick sinus syndrome without a pacemaker, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, a history of slow heart beats that caused fainting, or if you are allergic to Toprol-XL or metoprolol. Toprol-XL may also be used for indications not in this medication guide. Toprol-XL is also used to lower your risk of death or needing to be hospitalized for heart failure. Toprol-XL is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension ( high blood pressure). Toprol-XL is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).
Generic name: metoprolol succinate tablet, extended releaseĭrug class: Cardioselective beta blockers