Labetalol Hcl Intraven. - Labetalol - Injection Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Labetalol Hcl Intraven.
• Normodyne, Trandate
• luh-BET-uh-lol

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat severe high blood pressure (hypertension).
• Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems.

Labetalol Hcl Intraven. Storage Instructions

• Store the vials at room temperature between 36 and 86 degrees F (2 to 30 degrees C) and away from light.
• Do not freeze.
• After dilution in the correct IV fluids, this product is stable for 24 hours refrigerated or at room temperature.
• Discard any unused liquid.

Read Before Using Labetalol Hcl Intraven. (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Drug Interactions

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is given slowly into a vein (IV) as repeated injections, or is given continuously as a diluted liquid (IV infusion).
• The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to the medication.
• Follow all instructions in the product package for proper dilution with the correct IV fluids.
• Consult your pharmacist for more details.
• You should remain lying down while this drug is being given and for 3 hours after a dose.
• The maximum blood pressure effect of labetalol usually occurs within 5 minutes of each injection.
• The maximum dosage of labetalol is 300 mg.
• Before using, visually check this product and diluted solutions of the drug for particles or discoloration.
• If either is present, do not use the liquid.
• Blood pressure must be monitored closely during and after drug administration.
• Rapid, excessive lowering of blood pressure should be avoided.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If the dose is interrupted, contact the doctor immediately to re-establish dosing.

Possible Side Effects

• Fatigue, nausea, or tingling of the scalp/skin may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if this potentially serious side effect occurs.

Labetalol Hcl Intraven. Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory and/or medical tests (for example, liver function) may be performed to monitor your progress.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, call your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Other Medicinal Applications

• This drug may also be used to decrease blood pressure during surgery, which can help decrease surgical bleeding.