Antibiotics: If someone has a history of psoriasis, the doctor will most likely take a throat culture when that individual has a sore throat. If the culture results are positive (meaning that the individual has a streptococcal infection), then starting immediately on antibiotics for the infection is very helpful.
A: Metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL) is classified in a class of drugs called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers are used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood pressure). Beta-blockers are also used to treat or prevent heart attack.
I do get vivid dreams (not nightmares) and some tiredness with Toprol XL but those are already accepted side effects. I returned the generic to the pharmacy and exchanged for the real Toprol. Well considering they have the same co-pay amount and my insurance premium shot up to $500/month, why would I settle for anything less??