How to Pronounce Metoprolol (Lopressor)
meh-TOP-roh-lol
IPA: /mɛ.ˈtɒp.roʊ.lɒl/
Brand name: Lopressor
meh
TOP
roh
lol
Metoprolol is pronounced meh-TOP-roh-lol
How do you pronounce Metoprolol?
Metoprolol is pronounced “meh-TOP-roh-lol”. It has 4 syllables: meh ‑ top ‑ roh ‑ lol. The stress falls on the second syllable, “top”.
How many syllables are in Metoprolol?
Metoprolol has 4 syllables: meh ‑ top ‑ roh ‑ lol.
What does Metoprolol mean?
Metoprolol is a selective beta-1 adrenergic blocker used to treat hypertension, angina, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation. It works by slowing heart rate and reducing cardiac workload.
Word Parts
suffix
-olol
beta-adrenergic blocker
Common Mispronunciations
Commonly said "met-oh-PRO-lol" — stress is on TOP: meh-TOP-roh-lol
Where You'll Encounter This
HTN, AFib rate control, post-MI
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