Swelling of ankles symptoms and conditions

I have been on Toprol -XL Metoprolol ER 100 MG, I have been on for about 2 mos. Not quite sure have to check dr records. I have had Weight gain about 20 lbs, headaches, swelling of ankles and feet,shortness of Breath, a horrible feeling of not being able to catch or take my breath, fear anxiety, stomach pains, depression, vivid dreams, waking up and not being able to sleep, tossng and turning until 4am. could feel heart beating fast but subtle. numbing in my hands and fingers lack of motivation. I have been going to a nurse practioner who is helping me to wean off of this drug. It has changed me I ave never been ill in my life except for the common cold. and having babies. There is really nothing wrong with my heart according to tests they have run, My Blood pressure was high and they were trying to get it under control, tried other meds and then went to this. It has been a horrible experience especially when you just learned you have HBP and then you get all these terrible side effects from the medicine that is suppose to be saving your life or help save it. I do not know how I will do with weaning But i will sure try and keep you posted. I am a little nervous about being weaned off, but hopefully I can find something natural to help me out. This is literally been poison to my Body ******

Anyone else experienced weight gain and swelling of ankles and legs when taking Lisinopril? I've gained 15 pounds in the past 9 months even though I'm not eating anymore than usual. And in the past 4 months, the swelling in my ankles and lower legs is worse then when I went on the drug. My blood pressure is consistent at around 120 over 70 but the side effects have me worried. Is there an alternative?

Have been using 5mg of Norvasc Swelling of ankles, feet and legs - What is going on? What should I do?

I had lost about 15 pounds but the minute I was put on Norvasc, I was always hungry and no matter how hard I have tried, my weight continues to go up, also, some swelling of ankles.

My sister-in-law started taking Advair about 6 months ago and since then she has been going down hill. From Dec. 20 2007 to today 1/16/08 she has been hospitalized 3 times. First time for pneumonia. Second time for swelling of ankles, feet and belly. Also serious diarrhea. Third time for difficulty with breathing and continued swelling of feet, ankles and abdomen. I am beginning to suspect Advair.

I started pak today - already took my 1st 6 pills -it's 8:00 p.m. & usually I'm dragging. But I'll be up & productive until 11:00 tonight, I'm sure.

I've had a dose pak before (not this one) for rhematoid (sp?) swelling of ankles, feet & hands. And believe me, already after one dose, I'm getting relief.

Personally I love this stuff, I can get so much more done - my mind is racing to get everything done. So I'm taking advantage of it.

But bottom line, it has helped alleviate this same condition before & a few other major allegeries I've had. I've taken a dose pak about 5 times in 10 years.

But it apparently affects everyone differently. Me - it's an added bonus - feel peppy & energetic & remove the pain I was in.