general
- Generic Name : Labetalol
- Pronunciation : la bet’ a lole
- ICD Code : Y51.7
- Therapeutic Classification : Beta- Adrenergic Blockers
- Trade Name Inida:Labesol,Labesol (20mg),Lobet (20mg),Gravidol,Labeta,Gravidol (5 mg),Lobesol (20 ml),Lobet (20 ml),Lobet (100mg),Normadate (50mg),PIH (100mg),Labil,Normadate,Labil (20 mg),Labil 20mg,Normadate (100 mg),Labetamac (100mg),Normadate (200 mg),Labeta (20 mg)
- Trade Name International : Normodyne, Trandate
prescription
- Prescribed for hypertension, including during pregnancy, this medication is a beta-blocker. It works by blocking both alpha and beta receptors in the body, resulting in a reduction of blood pressure.
risk factors
- Not recommended for patients with asthma, severe heart diseases, or hypersensitivity.
side effects
- General Body: Fatigue, weakness, and headache
- Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, indigestion, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and taste disturbances
- Central Nervous System: Dizziness, tingling, and drowsiness
- Autonomic Nervous System: Nasal congestion, ejaculation failure, impotence, and increased sweating
- Heart: Slow heart rate and low blood pressure
- Respiratory: Difficulty in breathing
- Skin: Rash
- Special Senses: Visual disturbances
dosage
- Oral administration for adults typically begins with a starting dose of 100 mg twice daily. In emergency hypertension treatment via intravenous (IV) route, an initial dose of 50 mg can be administered, with the option to repeat at 5-minute intervals if necessary, not exceeding a maximum dose of 200 mg.
how to take
- It is available in tablet form for oral consumption with food.
- Additionally, it is provided as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.
warning
- Exercise caution in patients with a history of heart, kidney, or liver disease; asthma, severe allergic reactions, diabetes, cancer; those taking other medications; and during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- This medication may induce dizziness or drowsiness; refrain from driving a car or operating machinery while taking it.
- Avoid the consumption of alcohol.
- Monitor blood sugar levels regularly, as it may affect glucose levels.
storage
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