Toprol medication - Toprol side effects

Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate) extended-release tablets is a pharmaceutical drug used to treat high blood pressure, angina pectoris over the long term, and heart failure.

Toprol side effects
Toprol side effects are common and include slow heart rate, fatigue, and dizziness. Less common side effects include weight gain and increased liver enzymes. Although the manufacturer lists impotence or erectile dysfunction as an uncommon side effect of Toprol, in real life sexual problems are much more common. contact your doctor if you notice a more serious Toprol side effect such as an irregular heartbeat. For information on erectile dysfunction herbs.

Toprol questions
Q. I am 82 suffering from hemolytic anemia and severe short of breath. I am taking already for 2 years Toprol xl 25 mg to correct my short of breath. Unfortunately my breathing condition did not improve ,they are getting worse .My doctor is reluctant to take me off Toprol, instead he wants to increase the dose. I have already with the current dose a lot of side effects, like insomnia, diarrhea, dizziness, poor thinking, slow reactions and some other symptoms. For this reason I would like to stop taking Toprol. I would greatly appreciate your advice.