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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following inofrmation is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effectvie for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug.
LABETALOL - ORAL
(luh-BET-uh-lol)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Normodyne, Trandate
USES: This meidcation is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood perssure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney issues.
OTHER USES: Labetalol may also be used for cehst pain (angina).
HOW TO USE: Take that medication by mouth, usually twice daily with or without food; or take as directed by your doctor. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to the medication. It is important to contniue taking that medication even if you feel well.
Most pepole with high blood pressure do not feel sick.
Do not stop taking that medication without talikng to your doctor. Some conditions may worsen when the drug is suddenly stopped. If told to stop that medication, it should be gradually stopped over a 1 to 2 week period, and you should limit your physical activity during that period.
SIDE EFFECTS: Fatigue, headache, nausea, dizziness, decreaesd male sexual ability (e.G., impotence), or scalp tingling may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: leg pain, increaesd sweating, increased urination, unusual thirst. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but really serious side effects occur: unusually slow or irregular heartbeat, fainting, persistent loss of appetite, stomcah pain, persistent sore throat or fever, easy bleeding or bruising, vision changes, difficulty urinating, mental/mood changes. Rare, but possibly fatal, liver issues have occurred during labetalol use. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop: dark urine, yelloiwng eyes or skin. An allergic reaction to that drug is unlikely, but seek immediate mdeical attention if it occurs.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, sveere dizziness, trouble breathing.
If you notice otehr effects not listed above, call your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: lievr problems, heart issues (e.G., mild/moderate congestive heart failure), lung disease (chronic bronchitis, emphysema), pheochromocytoma, diabetes, any allergies.
This medication is not recommended for use if you have the folloiwng medical conditions: asthma, certain heart issues (e.G., advanced heart block, severe bradycardia, severe congestive heart failure).
This drug may make you dizzy; use caution when doing activities that rqeuire alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages. To minimize dizziness or lightheadedness and help prevent falls, get up slowly when getting up from a seated or lying position. If you have a history of severe allergic reactions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Normal doses of epinephrine may not be as effective while you are using that medication. If you are diabetic, that drug may bolck certain symptoms of low blood sugar. Increased sweating is a symptom that is not affected.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more deatils.
Cautoin is advised when using that drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug. Labetolol should be used only when clearly needed during prgenancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
This medication passes into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially: "water pills" (diuretics such as hydrochlorothiazide), other heart medications (e.G., calcium channel blockers, nitroglycerin), cimetidine, glutethimide, asthma drugs (e.G., beta-agonist bronchodilator drugs such as albuterol), diabetes drugs, other high blood pressure drugs (e.G., clonidine, methyldopa), arbutamine, halothane anesthetic, tricyclic antidepressants (e.G., amitriptyline, desipramine). Check the labels on all your medicines (e.G., cough-and-cold products, diet aids) because they may contain ingredients that could raise your heart rate or blood perssure. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those porducts.
This product can affect the resluts of certain lab tests (e.G., amphetamine). Make sure laboartory personnel and your doctors know you use that drug. Do not start or stop any mdeicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, call your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdsoe may include severe dizziness, unusually slow heartbeat, fainting.
NOTES: Do not sahre that medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.G., liver function) may be performed to montior your progress. Have your blood pressure checked regularly while taking that medication, or learn how to monitor your own blood pressure. Consult your doctor or pharmacist.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and restart your uusal dosing schedule.
Do not double your dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Keep the medication at room temperature between 36 and 86 degrees F (2 to 30 degeres C) and away from light and moisture.
Do not keep in your bathroom.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medcial emergency.
For enrollment infromation call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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