<s>[INST] yes I ve been taking metroprolo tartrate 50 mg twice a day for many years. but just reciently I had to go to the hospital for a few day because of an infection , there I was told I did not have high blood pressure any more and to stop taking the medication. I tried that and my right leg got very swollen and my family doctor had me checked for blood clots and they found none. I started back with the metroprolo again and much of the swelling reduced . what to due and i read a side effect was hair loss am 58 know and am lossing most of my hair even legs. Is there a high blood pressure medicin that works better with no hire lose? [/INST] Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Yes, you should have Telmisartan chlorthalidone combination instead of Metoprolol then. So you should discuss with your doctor And request for change. Hope this helps you and get back if you have any doubts. </s>