Toprol

Toprol is a medication that is prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, and angina symptoms. By reversing the effects of certain stress hormones in the body, Toprol is effective at decreasing heart rate, blood pressure levels, and the workload of the heart. Toprol comes in a tablet form that is usually taken once a day and is available in several different strengths. Some of the most common side effects of Toprol include dizziness, itching, a slow heart rate, and diarrhea.

 

What Is Toprol?

Toprol® (short for Toprol-XL®) is a prescription medicine that has been licensed to treat several conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. It is part of a class of drugs called beta blockers.
 

Who Makes Toprol?

Toprol is manufactured by AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals.
 

What Is Toprol Used For?

Toprol has been licensed to treat a number of conditions.
 These uses for Toprol include:
 
Toprol does not cure high blood pressure, angina, or congestive heart failure.
 
Toprol may also be recommended for other reasons, such as the treatment for migraines or anxiety. Toprol has not been licensed for use in children, though it is often used to treat specific conditions in children.
 
(Click Toprol-XL Uses for more information on what Toprol is used for, including possible off-label uses.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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