Labetal 20mg Injection
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | H2H India Biotech Private Limited |
Active Ingredient | Labetalol (5mg/ml) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Salicylamide derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
Action Class | Alpha & beta blocker |
User Rating | 4.2 |
User Reviews | 552 |
FAQ
Labetal 20mg Injection Reviews
Labetal 20mg brings about an immediate reduction in blood pressure and the workload of the heart. It is administered by a doctor and requires continuous blood pressure monitoring.
Common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, paresthesia, impotence, edema, and cold fingers or toes. Let your doctor know if they persist or get worse. They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or reduce the side effects.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding then you should always inform the doctor. Labetal 20mg brings about an immediate reduction in blood pressure and the workload of the heart. It is administered by a doctor and requires continuous blood pressure monitoring.
How Labetal 20mg Injection Works
How to Use Labetal 20mg Injection
Benefits of Labetal 20mg Injection
- In Treatment of Hypertensive emergency: Labetal 20mg blocks the effect of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down the heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force thereby lowering your blood pressure. This medicine is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. It is used for immediate reduction of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency). A controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems.
Uses of Labetal 20mg Injection
- Treatment of Hypertensive emergency
Labetal 20mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Labetal 20mg as it may make the side effects worse.
- Labetal 20mg may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not stop taking Labetal 20mg suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- It is given as an injection into veins or as drip under the supervision of a medical professional.
- Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting Labetal 20mg, and inform your doctor if it has not improved.
References
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