Metoprolol
Beloc Zok Mite® contains the active ingredient metoprolol in a dose of 47.5 mg. Further doses are 95 mg (Beloc Zok®) and 190 mg (Beloc Zok forte®).
The drug is a so-called sustained release preparation, which means that the active ingredient is released in the body with a delay. On the one hand the effect lasts longer, on the other hand the occurrence of sudden very high drug concentrations is avoided, which in turn reduces the risk of side effects.
Metoprolol belongs to the group of beta blockers. It is widely used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases but also for the preventive treatment of migraines (migraine prophylaxis).
Metoprolol is one of the most frequently used beta blockers in Germany.
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Belok Zok Mite® is used to treat high blood pressure (arterial hypertension), coronary artery disease (KHK), tachycardiac arrhythmias (i.e. cardiac arrhythmias in which the heart beats too fast), chronic compensated (i.e. more stable) Heart failure, functional heart problems and for Migraine prophylaxis.
Beta blockers reduce mortality after acute myocardial infarction and are used here at an early stage, provided the patient is stable. Also in the Reinfarction prophylaxis after a heart attack they play an important role and are used by default, provided there are no contraindications.
The dose depends on the disease being treated with Beloc Zok Mite®.
It is essential to note that therapy with Beloc Zok Mite® not abruptly canceled as it significantly increases the risk of a heart attack or sudden cardiac death.
$config[ads_text2] not foundThe following side effects may occur, especially when starting treatment with Belok Zok Mite®:
Due to the effect on the heart, treatment with Belok Zok Mite® can lead to Drop in blood pressure (Hypotension) come, sometimes up to temporary loss of consciousness (syncope). An excessive Slowing of the heartbeat (Bradycardia), Palpitations (Palpitations) and Conduction disorders at the heart can occur.
Beta blockers can lead to a Increase in blood lipids (Triglycerides) lead and thus the Increase the risk of atherosclerosis.
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At pre-existing Heart failure it can - especially at the beginning of treatment and if the dose is too high - to one Aggravation of heart failure to lead. This is shown by increased water retention in the legs (Lower leg edema) and shortness of breath (Dyspnea).
$config[ads_text3] not foundBelok Zok Mite® can do one Hypoglycaemia (Hypoglycemia) with pre-existing diabetes mellitus favor and the Warning symptoms (Sweating, trembling, racing heart) disguise. It should therefore only be used cautiously in diabetics and under regular control.
Beta blockers could become one Narrowing of the airways (Bronchoconstriction), this is particularly important in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. So are beta blockers contraindicated in bronchial asthma.
In patients with Raynaud's Syndrome (Circulatory disorders of the fingers) it can lead to a Worsening of symptoms , therefore Belok Zok Mite® should be used with caution here. The same applies to patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD, intermittent claudication).
Also at Psoriasis patients (psoriasis) or family members with psoriasis, treatment with Belok Zok Mite® should only be carried out cautiously, as this can promote worsening of existing psoriasis or a new onset of psoriasis.
The following drugs may interact with Belok Zok Mite®:
Absolute contraindications for treatment with Belok Zok Mite® (and other beta blockers) are:
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Relative contraindications (use only very carefully and after carefully weighing the benefits and risks) are:
In the case of liver dysfunction, the dose must be adjusted carefully, as Belok Zok Mite® is then excreted less.
In the pregnancy and Lactation Belok Zok Mite® should only be used after carefully weighing the risks and benefits.
Read more on the topic: Medication in Pregnancy and Medication during breastfeeding
On a private prescription, 100 Beloc Zok Mite® tablets (47.5 mg) cost around 27 euros, 100 Beloc-Zok® tablets (95 mg) cost around 31 euros, 100 Beloc Zoc forte® tablets (190 mg) cost around 34 euros. On presentation of a prescription, 100 Beloc Zok Mite® tablets cost around 16 euros, 100 Beloc Zok® tablets cost around 18 euros, 100 Beloc Zoc forte® tablets cost around 20 euros.