confusion about metoprolol prescriptions

April 2013

There's lots of confusion about metoprolol prescriptions.

Many prescribers just write for "metoprolol"...even though it comes in two very different forms.

Use these tips to help clarify metoprolol Rxs.

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Table of Contents

Antihypertensives BIG changes in how hypertension and dyslipidemia are managed
Headache overuse of headache meds for just a few months can actually make their headaches worse
Diabetes a possible increase in acute pancreatitis risk with gliptins (Januvia, etc) and GLP-1 agonists (Byetta, etc)
Pediatrics limiting antibiotics in kids with acute otitis media
Pediatrics A new "black box" warning will alert prescribers NOT to use codeine in kids after a tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy
Cardiology ACE inhibitors help reduce SYMPTOMS of peripheral artery disease (PAD)
Anticoagulants whether it's okay to use the new oral anticoagulants (Pradaxa, Xarelto, Eliquis) for "off-label" indications
NSAIDs kidney risks of NSAIDs
Calcium more negative press about calcium supplements
Constipation Many myths about constipation lead to inappropriate treatment
Cardiology confusion about metoprolol prescriptions