10 Common Metoprolol Side Effects You Should Know About and How to Manage Them Safely

socks or gloves when needed.

  • Keep physically active.
  • Avoid smoking, which can further reduce circulation.

Contact a doctor if your fingers or toes become very painful, unusually pale, blue, or numb.

6. Sleep Problems or Vivid Dreams

Some people taking metoprolol report changes in sleep.

These may include:

  • difficulty falling asleep
  • waking frequently
  • vivid dreams
  • nightmares
  • restless sleep

What may help

Maintain a regular sleep schedule and avoid caffeine late in the day.

If sleep problems began soon after starting metoprolol and continue to interfere with daily life, mention them