Labebet 100mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Labetalol 100 mg
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
LABEBET 100MG TABLET contains Labetalol which belongs to the group of medicines called Alpha, Beta Adrenergic Antagonists. It is used to manage hypertension and angina. It can also be used to control hypertension among pregnant women. Hypertension (also known as high blood pressure) is a medical condition in which the force of the blood exerted against the walls of the artery remains very high and as a result it may lead to severe damage to the blood vessels supplying vital organs, such as heart, kidney or brain. If left unmanageed, it may cause serious complications such as heart attack, heart failure, stroke or even blindness. Angina pectoris is a type of chest pain caused due to an inadequate supply of oxygen to the heart muscle. Symptoms include severe chest pain, tightness or heaviness with dizziness, fatigue, sweating, shortness of breath and fast heart rate. Before taking LABEBET 100MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any other types of anginas (such as Prinzmetal angina), psoriasis, diabetes or if you are scheduled for any surgery (including cataract surgery) in the upcoming days as a precaution. LABEBET 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with asthma, hypotension (low blood pressure) or shock. It is also not suitable for use in patients with heart block, history of heart attack or heart failure. LABEBET 100MG TABLET should be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women only if con
Uses
OF LABEBET 100MG TABLET Manage hypertension (including high blood pressure during pregnancy) Manage angina (chest pain)
How It Works
LABEBET 100MG TABLET is an alpha, beta-blocker. It works by blocking the actions of certain chemical messengers (such as adrenaline and noradrenaline) in our body that controls the functions of the heart, brain, kidneys and lungs. This action relaxes the blood vessels supplying the heart and improves blood flow and oxygen supply within them which helps in reducing chest pain (angina). It also reduces the strain on the heart and helps the heart to pump blood more efficiently with less pressure.
Directions for Use
Take LABEBET 100MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Try to take LABEBET 100MG TABLET at the same time each day. It is preferable to be taken after meals. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Do not stop taking LABEBET 100MG TABLET unless advised by your doctor.
Side Effects
taking LABEBET 100MG TABLET are difficulty in passing urine, problems in erection or ejaculation, dizziness and tingling sensation in the scalp. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect troubles you. USES OF LABEBET 100MG TABLET Manage hypertension (including high blood pressure during pregnancy) Manage angina (chest pain) HOW LABEBET 100MG TABLET WORKSLABEBET 100MG TABLET is an alpha, beta-blocker. It works by blocking the actions of certain chemical messengers (such as adrenaline and noradrenaline) in our body that controls the functions of the heart, brain, kidneys and lungs. This action relaxes the blood vessels supplying the heart and improves blood flow and oxygen supply within them which helps in reducing chest pain (angina). It also reduces the strain on the heart and helps the heart to pump blood more efficiently with less pressure. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake LABEBET 100MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Try to take LABEBET 100MG TABLET at the same time each day. It is preferable to be taken after meals. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Do not stop taking LABEBET 100MG TABLET unless advised by your doctor. SIDE EFFECTS OF LABEBET 100MG TABLETCOMMON difficulty in passing urine problems in erections or ejaculation dizziness fever, flu-like symptoms tingling sensation in the scalp raised liver enzymes in the blood positive for anti-nuclear antibody blood test RARE very slow heartbeat Stop taking LABEBET 100MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects such as: signs of allergic reactions (such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, mouth or throat which can lead to difficulty in breathing or swallowing) difficulty in breathing, swollen ankles, abnormal heart rate severe skin reactions (such as skin rash with itching and redness, blistering and peeling of skin, skin swelling and inflammation of mucous membrane, joint pain with fever) signs of liver problems (yellowing of skin and whites of the eye, dark urine and pale stools) lung inflammation causing cough and breathing problems
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYLABEBET 100MG TABLET should be used during pregnancy only if considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGLABEBET 100MG TABLET may excrete in breast milk. Therefore, it should be used in breastfeeding women only if considered necessary by the physician. Consult your doctor for advice before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you feel dizzy or tired after taking LABEBET 100MG TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking LABEBET 100MG TABLET as it might make you feel dizzier and drowsier. KIDNEYLABEBET 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERLABEBET 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take LABEBET 100MG TABLET if you are allergic to labetalol. LUNGSLABEBET 100MG TABLET is not recommended to use in patients with a history of asthma, wheezing or any lung diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. HEART DISEASELABEBET 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with heart problems (such as slow heart rate, heart failure, heart block or heart rhythm disorder). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSLABEBET 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have low blood pressure have cardiogenic shock (heart cannot pump blood suddenly) have severe problems in blood circulation have an increased acidity of the blood (metabolic acidosis) are on a strict fasting diet or not eating properly suffer from other forms of angina (Prinzmetal’s angina) have phaeochromocytoma (tumors of adrenal gland) Before taking LABEBET 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have poor blood circulation (Ex. Raynaud’s disease) have ever had psoriasis (red scaly patches on the skin) are planning for any surgery (including cataract surgery) have diabetes are going for any urine test Use in pediatrics: LABEBET 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. Use in geriatrics: LABEBET 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking LABEBET 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: other medicines used in the management of hypertension and other heart problems (Ex. nifedipine, nisoldipine, nicardipine, isradipine, lacidipine, verapamil, diltiazem, hydralazine, clonidine, enalapril, lisinopril, ramipril, disopyramide, quinidine, amiodarone, isoprenaline, dobutamine, propafenone and digoxin) other beta-blockers (used to manage heart problems) Ex. atenolol, propranolol medicines used to manage diabetes (Ex. insulin, metformin) adrenaline (a medicine that can stimulate the heart) medicine used to relieve pain and inflammation (Ex. ibuprofen, indomethacin, hydrocortisone) medicines used to manage migraine headaches (Ex. ergotamine, dihydroergotamine or rizatriptan) medicine used in the management of mental illness (Ex. chlorpromazine, thioridazine, haloperidol) cimetidine, aluminium hydroxide gel (medicine used for stomach problems) barbiturates (medicine used to reduce anxiety and to induce sleep) Ex. phenobarbitone, pentobarbitone medicines used to manage depression (Ex. isocarboxazid, phenelzine, Selegiline, fluvoxamine and Tranylcypromine, amitriptyline) medicines used to manage malaria (Ex. mefloquine or quinine) alprostadil (a medicine used to manage impotence) moxisylyte (a medicine used to manage Raynaud’s disease) aldesleukin (a medicine used to manage secondary cancer of the kidney) contraceptive pills (birth control pills) Ex. ethinylestradiol Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more LABEBET 100MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose might include slow heartbeat, low blood pressure, breathing difficulties and decrease in blood sugar which can cause sweating and confusion. SYNOPSIS Drug : Labetalol Pharmacological Category : Alpha, Beta Adrenergic Antagonists Therapeutic Indication : Hypertension, Angina Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep LABEBET 100MG TABLET out of reach of children Store LABEBET 100MG TABLET at room temperature
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Last Updated
10 Nov 2022