confusion about metoprolol prescriptions
April 2013
There's lots of confusion about metoprolol prescriptions.
It's easy to just write for "metoprolol"...but this leaves pharmacists wondering which formulation to dispense.
Metoprolol TARTRATE (Lopressor, etc) is the immediate-release form.
Get concise, unbiased advice for effective drug therapy, plus CE/CME
Prescriber's Letter includes:
- 12 issues every year, with brief articles about new meds and guidelines
- 48+ CE courses, including the popular CE-in-the-Letter
- Quick reference drug comparison charts
- Access to the entire archive
Already a subscriber? Log in
Volume pricing available. Get a quote