How long does it take to wean off of metoprolol?

If you stop taking metoprolol, it will take 1 day for it to be completely out of your body. How does it compare with other heart medicines? Metoprolol works as well as other beta blockers for reducing blood pressure, but is less likely to cause side effects.

Can I cut my 25 mg metoprolol in half?

Dosages of metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets should be individualized and titration may be needed in some patients. Metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets are scored and can be divided; however, the whole or half tablet should be swallowed whole and not chewed or crushed.