Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) summary
The
full CMI on the next page has more details. If you are worried about using this medicine,
speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
1. Why am I using METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS?
METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS contains the active ingredient metoprolol tartrate. METOPROLOL
IV VIATRIS is used to treat irregular heartbeat, also known as arrhythmia, which means
there is a disturbance of the heart's normal rhythm or beat.
2. What should I know before I use METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS?
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to metoprolol tartrate or any
of the ingredients listed at the end of the CMI, you have asthma, wheezing, difficulty
breathing or other lung problems, or have had them in the past, you have a history
of allergic problems, including hayfever, you have low blood pressure, you have a
very slow heartbeat (less than 45-50 beats/minute), you have certain other heart conditions,
you have phaeochromocytoma (a rare tumour of the adrenal gland) which is not being
treated already with other medicines, you have a severe blood vessel disorder causing
poor circulation in the arms and legs or if you are receiving/having emergency treatment
for shock or severely low blood pressure.
Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines,
or are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Some medicines may interfere with METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS and affect how it works.
4. How do I use METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS?
METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS is given as a slow injection into the vein.
METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS must only be given by a doctor or a nurse.
Your doctor will decide what dose and for how long you will receive METOPROLOL IV
VIATRIS. This depends on your condition and other factors, such as your weight.
5. What should I know while using METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS?
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Things you should do
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Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are using METOPROLOL IV
VIATRIS.
Tell your doctor if you experience any side effects, including those not listed in
this leaflet.
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Driving or using machines
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Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how METOPROLOL
IV VIATRIS affects you.
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Drinking alcohol
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Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol.
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Looking after your medicine
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METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS will be stored in the hospital pharmacy or on the ward below
25°C.
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6. Are there any side effects?
All medicines can have side effects. If you do experience side effects, most of them
are minor and temporary. However some side effects may be serious and may need urgent
medical attention or hospitalisation such as shortness of breath, being less able
to exercise, swelling of the ankles, feet or legs, chest tightness, wheezing, noisy
breathing, difficulty breathing, chest pain, changes in heart rate or palpitations,
swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat which may cause difficulty swallowing
or breathing, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice) and generally feeling unwell.
Active ingredient:
metoprolol tartrate
Full Consumer Medicine Information (CMI)
This leaflet provides important information about using METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS. You should also speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you would like further information
or if you have any concerns or questions about using METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS.
Where to find information in this leaflet:
1. Why am I using METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS?
METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS contains the active ingredient metoprolol tartrate. METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers.
METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS is used to treat an irregular heartbeat, also known as arrhythmia,
which means that there is a disturbance of the heart's normal rhythm or beat.
Arrhythmias may be caused by numerous factors, including some heart diseases, an overactive
thyroid gland or chemical imbalances. After a heart attack there is also a chance
of developing an arrhythmia.
Metoprolol tartrate helps to restore your heartbeat to a more normal rate, particularly
if it is beating very fast.
Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed
for you. Your doctor may have prescribed it for another reason.
This medicine is not addictive.
2. What should I know before I use METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS?
Warnings
Do not use METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS if:
you are allergic to metoprolol tartrate, any other beta-blocker medicine, or any of
the ingredients listed at the end of this leaflet.
Some of the symptoms of an allergic reaction may include:
shortness of breath, wheezing or difficulty breathing
swelling of the face, lips, tongue or other parts of the body
rash, itching or hives on the skin or you may feel faint.
Always check the ingredients to make sure you can use this medicine.
you have asthma, wheezing, difficulty breathing or other lung problems, or have had
them in the past
you have a history of allergic problems, including hayfever
you have low blood pressure
you have a very slow heartbeat (less than 45-50 beats/minute)
you have certain other heart conditions
you have phaeochromocytoma (a rare tumour of the adrenal gland) which is not being
treated already with other medicines
you have a severe blood vessel disorder causing poor circulation in the arms and legs
you are receiving/having emergency treatment for shock or severely low blood pressure.
If you are not sure whether any of these apply to you, check with your doctor.
Check with your doctor if you:
have any other medical conditions, especially the following:
asthma, wheezing, difficulty breathing or other lung problems
diabetes
an overactive thyroid gland
liver problems
kidney problems
certain types of angina
any other heart problems
phaeochromocytoma, a rare tumour of the adrenal gland
any blood vessel disorders causing poor circulation in the arms and legs.
take any medicines for any other condition
have allergies to any other medicines, foods, preservatives or dyes.
If you have not told your doctor about any of the above, tell them before you are
given METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS.
During treatment, you may be at risk of developing certain side effects. It is important
you understand these risks and how to monitor for them. See additional information
under Section
6. Are there any side effects?
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Check with your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Like most beta-blocker medicines, METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS is not recommended for use
during pregnancy.
Talk to your doctor if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.
The active ingredient in METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS passes into breast milk and there is
a possibility that your baby may be affected.
Use in children
Do not give this medicine to children.
Safety and effectiveness of this medicine in children have not been established.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including any
medicines, vitamins or supplements that you buy without a prescription from your pharmacy,
supermarket or health food shop.
Some medicines and METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS may interfere with each other. These include:
other beta-blocker medicines, including beta-blocker eye drops
calcium channel blockers or calcium antagonists, medicines used to treat high blood
pressure or angina, for example verapamil and diltiazem
medicines used to treat blood pressure, for example clonidine, hydralazine, and prazosin
medicines used to treat abnormal or irregular heartbeat, for example amiodarone, disopyramide
and quinidine
medicines used to treat arthritis, pain, or inflammation, for example indometacin
and ibuprofen
warfarin, a medicine used to prevent blood clots
digoxin, a medicine used to treat heart failure
medicines used to treat diabetes
cimetidine, a medicine used to treat stomach ulcers
medicines used to treat bacterial infections, for example rifampicin
medicines used to treat depression
monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
These medicines may be affected by METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS or may affect how well it
works. You may need different amounts of your medicines or you may need to take different
medicines. Your doctor will advise you.
Your doctor, nurse and pharmacist have more information on medicines to be careful
with or avoid while using this medicine
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure about what medicines, vitamins
or supplements you are taking and if these affect METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS.
4. How is METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS given?
How you are given METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS
METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS is given as a slow injection into a vein.
METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS should only be given by a doctor or nurse.
Your doctor will decide what dose and for how long you will receive METOPROLOL IV
VIATRIS. This will depend on your condition and other factors, such as your weight.
To begin treatment, up to 5 mg of METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS is given at a rate of 1 to
2 mg per minute. This dose may be repeated at 5-minute intervals until a satisfactory
effect is achieved.
Your blood pressure and heart will be monitored during treatment.
If you use too much METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS
The doctor or nurse giving you METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS will be experienced in its use,
so it is unlikely that you will be given an overdose.
However, if you are accidentally given too much METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS you may experience
nausea, vomiting, convulsions, an extreme slowing of the heartbeat, lowered blood
pressure, possible heart failure and breathing difficulties.
In extreme cases, your skin may turn blue, and you may go into shock, unconsciousness
or coma.
Your doctor has information on how to recognise and treat an overdose. Ask your doctor
if you have any concerns.
If you believe that you have been given too much METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS, you should
immediately:
phone the Poisons Information Centre
(Australia telephone 13 11 26) for advice, or
contact your doctor, or
go to the Emergency Department at your nearest hospital.
You should do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.
5. What should I know while using METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS?
Things you should do
Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are using METOPROLOL IV
VIATRIS.
Tell your doctor if you experience any side effects, including those not listed in
the leaflet.
Driving or using machines
Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how METOPROLOL
IV VIATRIS affects you.
Drinking alcohol
Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol.
Looking after your medicine
METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS will be stored in the hospital pharmacy or on the ward.
The medicine is kept in a cool, dry place, protected from light, where the temperature
stays below 25°C.
Getting rid of any unwanted medicine
If you no longer need to use this medicine or it is out of date, take it to any pharmacy
for safe disposal.
METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS should not be used if the expiry date printed on the pack has
passed or if the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering.
6. Are there any side effects?
All medicines can have side effects. If you do experience any side effects, most of
them are minor and temporary. However, some side effects may need medical attention.
If you are over 65 years of age you may have an increased chance of getting side effects.
See the information below and, if you need to, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any further questions about side effects.
Less serious side effects
Serious side effects
Very serious side effects
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything else that may be making you
feel unwell.
Other side effects not listed here may occur in some people.
Do not be alarmed by this list of possible side effects. You may not experience any
of them.
Reporting side effects
After you have received medical advice for any side effects you experience, you can
report side effects to the Therapeutic Goods Administration online at
www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems . By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety
of this medicine.
Always make sure you speak to your doctor or pharmacist before you decide to stop
taking any of your medicines.
7. Product details
This medicine is only available with a doctor's prescription.
What METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS contains
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Active ingredient
(main ingredient)
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metoprolol tartrate 5 mg per vial
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Other ingredients
(inactive ingredients)
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sodium chloride, water for
injections
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Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of these ingredients.
What METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS looks like
METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS is a clear liquid packaged in 5 mL glass vials containing the
active ingredient, metoprolol tartrate (AUST R 204665).
The medicine comes in packs of 5 vials.
Who distributes METOPROLOL IV VIATRIS
Alphapharm Pty Ltd trading as Viatris
Level 1, 30 The Bond
30-34 Hickson Road
Millers Point NSW 2000
www.viatris.com.au
Phone: 1800 274 276
Phone: 1800 274 276
This leaflet was prepared in September 2024.
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