Generic Toprol-XL

Generic Toprol-XL is sold under the name Metoprolol Succinate extended-release tablets. The generic versions of Toprol-XL are manufactured by KV Pharm and Sandoz, and are available in a number of strengths.

 

Is a Generic Toprol-XL Available?

Toprol-XL® (metoprolol succinate) is a prescription medication that is used for lowering high blood pressure (hypertension), relieving angina symptoms, and treating congestive heart failure. Toprol-XL may also be used "off-label" for other reasons (see Toprol-XL Uses for more information).
 
Toprol-XL is part of a class of medicines called beta-adrenergic blocking agents, or beta blockers for short. Toprol-XL helps to block a specific type of beta receptor called beta-1 receptors. By blocking beta-1 receptors, Toprol-XL causes the reverse effect of stress hormones, such as adrenaline (epinephrine). It decreases heart rate and both systolic and diastolic blood pressure, as well as the workload of the heart, meaning that the heart requires less blood and oxygen to work properly.
 
Toprol-XL was originally developed by AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals. It has since come off patent, making it available as a generic.
 

Generic Toprol-XL: Strengths

Generic Toprol-XL tablets are sold under the name Metoprolol Succinate extended-release tablets and are currently available in the following strengths:
 
  • Metoprolol succinate 25 mg
  • Metoprolol succinate 50 mg
  • Metoprolol succinate 100 mg
  • Metoropolol succinate 200 mg.
     

Who Makes Generic Toprol-XL?

Generic Toprol-XL is manufactured by the following companies:
 
 
  • KV Pharm
  • Sandoz.
     
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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