Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER is a medicine used for treating high blood pressure. By lowering the blood pressure, it helps in preventing future heart attack and stroke. Early treatment with this medicine also improves chances of survival in patients of heart attack.

Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER is a combination of two antihypertensive medicines.

Uses of Metwon-R Tablet ER

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Metwon-R Tablet ER

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also blocks the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. As a result, your blood pressure is lowered and this helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

Side effects of Metwon-R Tablet ER

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Metwon-R

Nausea
Taste change
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Constipation
Cough
Dizziness
Weakness
Headache
Cold extremities
Slow heart rate
Numbness of extremity
Increased potassium level in blood
Decreased blood pressure

How to use Metwon-R Tablet ER

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

What if you forget to take Metwon-R Tablet ER?

If you miss a dose of Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER

₹16.1/Tablet ER

Prolomet R 50 Tablet ER

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

₹11.9/tablet er

26% cheaper

Cardace Meto 5 Tablet ER

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹27.68/tablet er

72% costlier

Ace Revelol 50/5 Tablet ER

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

₹25.95/tablet er

61% costlier

Starpress R XL 50 Tablet

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₹28.49/tablet er

77% costlier

Ramistar-M XL 50 Tablet

Lupin Ltd

₹28.49/tablet er

77% costlier

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Quick tips

Metwon-R Tablet ER

You have been prescribed Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER for the treatment of high blood pressure.
Metwon-R 5 Tablet ER may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking this medication.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause a sudden increase in your blood pressure.

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