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Definition of metoprolol

metoprolol

/mɛˈtoʊprəˌlɑːl/
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metoprolol Lexical Profile

metoprolol Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A cardioselective beta-blocker medication used primarily to treat high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and heart failure by changing the way the heart responds to certain nerve impulses.

Example

"The cardiologist prescribed metoprolol to help lower the patient's blood pressure and reduce the workload on their heart."

Word Nuance & Usage

Metoprolol is commonly available in two distinct salt forms: metoprolol tartrate (immediate-release) and metoprolol succinate (extended-release), which have different clinical applications and cannot always be substituted for one another.

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 1970s as a generic pharmaceutical name, derived from its chemical structure containing methoxy and propyl groups, combined with the standardized suffix '-olol' designated for beta-adrenergic receptor blocking agents.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Metoprolol. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/metoprolol
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