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  • female
  • 50 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm taking Metolar XR 25 and have been on it for about 10 or 11 years now. My blood pressure is staying pretty stable, but I've been dealing with some uncomfortable GI issues. I'm having lots of gas, stomach rumbling, loss of appetite, and a burning sensation in my stomach. Plus, constipation is a problem. Do you think it's time to switch medications?

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Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

no continue same medicatons..

Dr. Shubham Suggests...

Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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