Labebet 50mg Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Active Ingredient Labetalol (50mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassSalicylamide derivative
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassCARDIAC
Action ClassAlpha & beta blocker
User Rating4.8
User Reviews669

FAQ

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How long does Labebet 50mg take to work?
If you are taking Labebet 50mg for high blood pressure, it may lower your BP within 1-3 hours of taking it. You may not feel any different, but this does not mean that the medicine is not working, and it is important to keep taking it. On the other hand, if you are taking it for angina, it will probably take a few days for the medicine to reduce the pain. You may still have chest pain during this time or it may get worse.
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Does Labebet 50mg affect heart rate?
Labebet 50mg 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.
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What happens on taking more than the recommended dose of Labebet 50mg?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Labebet 50mg can lead to a drop in blood pressure and slowing of the heart rate, difficulty breathing, or a drop in blood sugar, which can cause sweating or confusion. If you take too many tablets, tell your doctor immediately or contact the hospital emergency department nearest to you.
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Will I need to stop taking Labebet 50mg before surgery?
Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Labebet 50mg for 24 hours before surgery. This is because Labebet 50mg can lower your blood pressure too much when its use is combined with some anesthetics. So, tell your doctor that you're taking Labebet 50mg if you're going to be put to sleep using a general anesthetic or are scheduled to have any kind of major operation.
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Is it safe to use Labebet 50mg in patients with diabetes?
Diabetic patients while using Labebet 50mg should regularly check the blood sugar levels. Labebet 50mg 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 Labebet 50mg.
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Does Labebet 50mg cause itching?
Yes, itchy skin, a rash or tingly scalp are common side effects of Labebet 50mg. Speak to your doctor if the itchiness or rash gets worse or lasts for more than a week.
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What can happen if I stop taking Labebet 50mg?
Do not stop taking Labebet 50mg without talking to your doctor. Stopping Labebet 50mg suddenly may cause serious heart problems such as angina (chest pain) or even a heart attack. If you need to stop taking Labebet 50mg, your doctor will reduce the dose slowly over 1 or 2 weeks.
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Is Labebet 50mg safe?
Labebet 50mg is generally considered a safe medicine if it is taken as directed by the doctor. The side effects that result with use of Labebet 50mg occur during the first few weeks of treatment and disappear with time.
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Why is Labebet 50mg 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 Labebet 50mg 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.
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What if you forget to take Labebet Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Labebet 50mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Labebet 50mg Tablet Reviews

Labebet 50mg is a medicine used for treating high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart-related chest pain (angina). It is also effective for treating high blood pressure in pregnancy. It lowers blood pressure and thus helps in preventing future stroke and heart attack.

Labebet 50mg should be taken with food. This medicine may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. Use it along with a healthy diet, regular exercise, and without smoking for best results. Since it can cause serious withdrawal effects, it should not be stopped abruptly.

Some common side effects of this medicine include hypersensitivity (rash, pruritus, angioedema), tingling sensation in scalp, heart failure, increased liver function tests, difficulty in utrination, erectile dysfunction, and drug fever. These side effects usually get better with time, however, if they persist or get worse, let your doctor know.

How Labebet 50mg Tablet Works

Labebet 50mg 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 Labebet 50mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Labebet 50mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Labebet 50mg Tablet

  • In Angina (heart-related chest pain): Labebet 50mg relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.
  • In Prevention of heart attack and stroke: If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Labebet 50mg reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes, such as eating healthy and staying active, to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
  • In Hypertension (high blood pressure): Labebet 50mg works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heart to beat with less force. This effectively lowers blood pressure. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.

Uses of Labebet 50mg Tablet

  • Angina (heart-related chest pain)
  • Prevention of heart attack and stroke
  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Labebet 50mg Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Labebet 50mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Labebet 50mg 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.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Labebet 50mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Labebet 50mg.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Labebet 50mg 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.
Liver  CAUTION
Labebet 50mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Labebet 50mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Labebet 50mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

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 Labebet 50mg as it may make the side effects worse.
  • Do not stop taking Labebet 50mg suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
  • Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting Labebet 50mg, and inform your doctor if it has not improved.
  • Labebet 50mg may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • It should be taken with food.

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