Can Metoprolol cause your cholesterol to go up?
Question posted by melvinh on 22 Aug 2009
Last updated on 29 August 2009 by suzanne66
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Here is an accurate and extensive list of side-effect of Metoprolol:
https://www.drugs.com/sfx/metoprolol-side-effects.html
"... Metabolic side effects
Metabolic side effects have included significant increases in VLDL cholesterol and total serum triglycerides, and significant decreases in HDL cholesterol. A case of hyperkalemia has been reported. At least one case of metoprolol-associated hypoglycemia has been reported. Very rarely, weight gain has also been reported."
Yes, there have been reports of increased cholesterol levels. You will need to talk to your doctor .
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- Metoprolol uses and safety info
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- Side effects of Metoprolol (detailed)
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