Doctors will also suggest that you avoid smoking, alcohol, and any medications or foods that can trigger symptoms. Certain side effects associated with stomach ulcer treatment include: 1  nausea. 2  dizziness. 3  headaches. 4  diarrhea.
A: Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor) is a blood pressure medication categorized as a beta blocker. Metoprolol is indicated for the treatment of angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood pressure). It is also used to treat or prevent heart attack.
Metoprolol is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. It also is used to prevent angina (chest pain) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol also is used in combination with other medications to treat heart failure.