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What is difference between metoprolol tartrate and metoprolol succinate which drug is good and what is the difference between normal tablet and extended release which is optimum for a patient

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Dr. Ajeya N. Ukadgaonkar

Cardiologist 8 yrs exp Aurangabad

Both medicines are same they just have different carriers. Extended release medicines have longer effect and has to be taken once a day only. Extended release is better

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Dr. Debmalya Saha

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon 6 yrs exp Kolkata

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There is different salt only.Main composition is same. Extended release tablet is better always.