metoprolol

noun met·o·pro·lol \me-ˈtō-prə-ˌlȯl, -ˌlōl\

Definition of METOPROLOL

: a beta-blocker C₁₅H₂₅NO₃ used in the form of its succinate and tartrate especially to treat hypertension and angina pectoris

Origin of METOPROLOL

perhaps from methyl + -o- + propranolol

First Known Use: 1974

Medical Dictionary

metoprolol

noun met·o·pro·lol \me-ˈtō-prə-ˌlȯl, -ˌlōl\

Medical Definition of METOPROLOL

: a beta-blocker used in the form of its tartrate (C₁₅H₂₅NO₃)₂·C₄H₆O₆ or succinate (C₁₅H₂₅NO₃)₂·C₄H₆O₄ to treat hypertension, angina pectoris, and congestive heart failure—see lopressor, toprol

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