Labetol Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Delvin Formulations Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Labetalol (NA) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Salicylamide derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | Alpha & beta blocker |
| User Rating | 4.1 |
| User Reviews | 444 |
FAQ
Does Labetol cause itching?
Yes, itchy skin, a rash or tingly scalp are common side effects of Labetol. Speak to your doctor if the itchiness or rash gets worse or lasts for more than a week.
Why is Labetol used in pregnancy?
It is important to appropriately treat high blood pressure in pregnancy. Studies have shown that poorly controlled high blood pressure in pregnancy can lead to an increased risk of certain birth defects, stillbirth, reduced growth of the baby within the womb, and premature birth. For some women with high blood pressure, treatment with Labetol in pregnancy might be considered to be the best option. Your doctor is the best person to help you decide what is right for you and your baby.
Is Labetol safe?
Labetol is generally considered a safe medicine if it is taken as directed by the doctor. The side effects that result with use of Labetol occur during the first few weeks of treatment and disappear with time.
Does Labetol affect heart rate?
Labetol slows down your heart rate and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Your doctor may regularly check your blood pressure and pulse (heart rate) during therapy to determine your response to the medicine.
Is it safe to use Labetol in patients with diabetes?
Diabetic patients while using Labetol should regularly check the blood sugar levels. Labetol may make it difficult to recognize the warning signs of low blood sugar such as shaking and a racing heartbeat. Consult your doctor if the blood sugar levels are reduced while taking Labetol.
What if you forget to take Labetol?
If you miss a dose of Labetol, consult your doctor.
Labetol Injection Reviews
Labetol is a medicine used in the urgent treatment of hypertensive emergency (severely increased blood pressure). It also helps to treat severe hypertension in pregnancy, when rapid control of blood pressure is essential.
Labetol 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. Labetol 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 Labetol Injection Works
Labetol is an alpha and beta blocker. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
How to Use Labetol Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Labetol Injection
- In Treatment of Hypertensive emergency: Labetol 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 Labetol Injection
- Treatment of Hypertensive emergency
Labetol Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Driving
UNSAFE
Labetol may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Labetol is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Labetol is recommended.However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Labetol.
Liver
CAUTION
Labetol should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Labetol may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Labetol may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Labetol is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Quick Tips
- Do not stop taking Labetol suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- 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.
- Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting Labetol, and inform your doctor if it has not improved.
- Labetol may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It is given as an injection into veins or as drip under the supervision of a medical professional.
- It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Labetol as it may make the side effects worse.
References
- Labetalol hydrochloride [Prescribing Information]. Lake Forest, IL: Hospira, Inc.; 2018.
- Benowitz NL. Antihypertensive Agents. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 176-77.
- National Health Service (NHS). Side effects of labetalol.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 764-65.
- Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198.
- Westfall TC, WestfallIn DP. Adrenergic Agonists and Antagonists. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 328-29.