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Labetol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Injection. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Labetol have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Labetol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Labetol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Labetol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Labetol's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Labetol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Labetol is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes, Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Labetol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Labetol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Labetol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Labetol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Labetol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Labetol. If you are pregnant, do not take Labetol without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Labetol safe during breastfeeding?
Labetol may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Labetol on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Labetol on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Labetol on the Liver?
Labetol has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Labetol on the Heart?
Labetol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Labetol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Labetol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Labetol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Labetol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Labetol, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Labetol can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Labetol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Labetol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Labetol
Some foods when eaten with Labetol can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Labetol
Taking alcohol with Labetol can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Trandate® (labetalol hydrochloride)
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