Is it okay to take metoprolol tartrate dated 2023?

Short answer: No. Do not take metoprolol tartrate that has an expiration date of 2023.

Why: Medications past their expiration date may have reduced potency and the safety/efficacy cannot be guaranteed. For a heart/blood pressure medicine like metoprolol, using an expired pill could mean it won’t control your symptoms as well.

What to do now:
- Do not take the expired pills.
- If you need ongoing treatment, contact your pharmacist or prescriber to get a fresh supply or a new prescription.
- Dispose of the expired medication safely:
- Ask your local pharmacy about a take-back program.
- If no program is available: mix the pills with an undesirable substance (e.g., cat litter or coffee grounds) in a sealed bag or container, then throw it in the trash. Remove the label from the bottle to protect your privacy.
- Do not flush medications down the toilet or sink unless the instructions say to.
- If you have any chest pain, dizziness, very slow/fast heart rate, or trouble breathing, seek medical help promptly.

If you’d like, tell me where you are (country/colicy) and I can suggest the best disposal options and how to get a replacement prescription.