Metoprolol lopressor?

Yes. Lopressor is a brand name for metoprolol tartrate, which is a beta-1 selective beta-blocker.

A quick overview:
- Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor): immediate-release form, usually taken 1–2 times daily.
- Metoprolol succinate (Toprol-XL): extended-release form, usually taken once daily. Both are forms of metoprolol but differ in release type.

Common uses:
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Chest pain (angina)
- Certain heart rhythm problems
- After some heart attacks (to improve survival in some cases)
- Metoprolol succinate is also used for heart failure in some patients

How to take:
- Follow your doctor’s instructions.
- Tartrate (Lopressor) is usually taken as an immediate-release tablet; succinate (Toprol-XL) is swallowed whole (do not crush or chew).
- Can be taken with or without food, depending on the prescription.

Common side effects:
- Fatigue, dizziness, lightheadedness
- Slow heart rate (bradycardia), cold hands/feet
- Nausea or upset stomach
- May mask some signs of low blood sugar

Important cautions:
- Do not stop suddenly without a doctor’s instruction (can cause heart problems or rebound high blood pressure).
- Can affect heart rate and blood pressure; discuss with your doctor before taking with other heart meds, certain calcium channel blockers, or insulin/antidiabetic drugs.
- May worsen symptoms in severe asthma or COPD (though metoprolol is more cardioselective).

If you’re asking about something specific (how Lopressor compares to Toprol-XL, dosing, side effects you’re experiencing, or drug interactions), tell me what you need and I can tailor the info. If you have a prescription, share the exact form (tartrate vs succinate) and the dosing, and I can help interpret it. If you have chest pain, trouble breathing, or fainting, seek medical attention promptly.