Any thoughts of self-harm or suicide require immediate professional support.
Do Beta Blockers Always Cause Depression?
No.
It would be inaccurate to tell every person taking metoprolol that depression is inevitable.
Many patients take beta blockers without developing clinically significant mood symptoms.
The important issue is whether a clear change appears after treatment begins and whether other explanations have been considered.
10. Sexual Side Effects
Sexual changes can occur in some people taking cardiovascular medications, including beta blockers.
Possible concerns may include:
Erectile difficulties
Reduced sexual desire
Changes in sexual performance
However, cardiovascular disease itself, diabetes, stress, depression, smoking, other medications, hormonal problems, and relationship factors can also contribute.
Do not assume metoprolol is automatically the cause.
If sexual side effects become troublesome, discuss them with your prescriber. There may be ways to adjust treatment while maintaining cardiovascular protection.
Other Important Metoprolol Effects to Know About
The ten effects above are among the issues patients commonly ask about, but metoprolol can produce other clinically important reactions.
Worsening Heart Failure Symptoms
