Toprol-XL and Fatigue: What Users Say

• Deb...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 5, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "I was on Toprol-XL and experienced many of the 41 side effects listed on the website but not included with the warning label. I experienced nausea, diarrhea, heartburn, dry mouth, drowsiness, fatigue, insomnia, anxiety, lightheadedness, cold feet & hands, shortness of breath, wheezing, fluttering heartbeat, shortness of breath with mild exertion, dizziness, loss of appetite. I went to the doctor and ER several times fearing a heart attack but was found to be in good health. No one knew what was wrong until I researched and found all my symptoms under this medication. I stopped 2 days ago and blood pressure is now normal and most symptoms have gone away and improving. It takes about 7 days to feel normal per the website. I will NEVER take this medication again. Be careful, the side effects mimic other potential health issues. See your doctor and seriously look up side effects of Toprol-XL. A very nasty medication!"

• bob...
• July 29, 2007

For High Blood Pressure "I was prescribed Toprol-XL 25mg, 1x/day, as part of a long-term treatment for elevated (but not high) blood pressure. I found a distinct and bothersome reduction in my energy levels and focus. I have been taking 25mg daily of DHEA and find that blood pressure levels and pulse rate levels remain lowered, but energy, focus, and some vague emotional benefits are noticeable."

• Tra...
• December 2, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "Wow! I have not been feeling well for a long time. Until Toprol XL 25mg. My head is clear. I can think straight. I don't have any anxiety. My work performance is at its greatest level. Even my sexual drive is back. I get up rested in the morning and feel no fatigue. I don't know about anyone else, but I'm glad to take this medication."

• big...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 2, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "Lowered blood pressure to an acceptable level, but a major side effect developed with extreme fatigue and muscle pain. These were painful enough that the ability to work and perform normal life tasks was difficult."

• Sca...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 30, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "DON'T TAKE THIS POISON!!! I was on it only 2 months. Weaned off as directed after experiencing horrible side effects (fatigue, shortness of breath, bloating/gassy, weight gain, joint pain, limb swelling, facial swelling) and went through an absolute nightmare getting off of this drug. I had severe panic attacks, anxiety attacks, depression, insomnia, arrhythmia, vagus nerve dysfunction, and chest vibrations. It has been 8 months since I discontinued this awful drug, and the arrhythmia continues on a regular basis. I never had any palpitations or arrhythmias ever in my life until I took Toprol, and now it's a daily problem. I fully regret ever taking Toprol. It was nothing but bad from the very first pill....."

• Pam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 24, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "I'm on 400 mg a day. I have vision problems. There's a black half-moon shape in one eye, sometimes bright colors. I have nausea and fatigue every day, and depression. I can't stop, as it's for a previous aortic aneurysm. Just feel miserable and like I've got the flu every day."

• Anonymous
• July 20, 2009

For Atrial Fibrillation "I have chronic atrial fibrillation (converted once), which only lasted 10 days. Now I take 100 mg a day. Rate 70-85 bpm. Side effects: some drowsiness and fatigue."