Atorvastatin + Metoprolol Succinate (Metoprolol Tartrate)

Uses

Metoprolol Succinate and Atorvastatin are used in the treatment of high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

How it Works

How Metoprolol Succinate and Atorvastatin Work Metoprolol Succinate and Atorvastatin is a combination of two medications used to treat high blood pressure and cholesterol. Metoprolol Succinate is a beta blocker that specifically targets the heart. It slows down the heart rate and relaxes blood vessels to improve blood flow. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication that works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) necessary for the body to produce cholesterol. This action lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides while raising "good" cholesterol (HDL). Together, these medications reduce the risk of heart disease.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Metoprolol Succinate and Atorvastatin include increased blood glucose levels, headache, nausea, constipation, stomach pain, muscle pain, increased liver enzymes, slow heart rate, tiredness, abnormal dreams, and cold extremities.

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