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Labetalol Hcl Oral - Labetalol - Oral Generic Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Labetalol Hcl Oral
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What To Do In Case Of 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 usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double your dose to catch up.
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).
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, call your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include severe dizziness, unusually slow heartbeat, fainting.
Read Before Using Labetalol Hcl Oral (precautions)
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.
Labetalol Hcl Oral Storage Instructions
- Keep the medication at room temperature between 36 and 86 degrees F (2 to 30 degrees C) and away from light and moisture.
- Do not keep in your bathroom.
Usage Instructions
- Take this 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 continue taking this medication even if you feel well.
- Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.
- Do not stop taking this medication without talking to your doctor.
- Some conditions may worsen when the drug is suddenly stopped.
- If told to stop this medication, it should be gradually stopped over a 1 to 2 week period, and you should limit your physical activity during this period.
Medicinal Applications
- This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
- Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems.
Labetalol Hcl Oral Miscellaneous Notes
- Do not share this medication with others.
- Laboratory and/or medical tests (for example, liver function) may be performed to monitor your progress.
- Have your blood pressure checked regularly while taking this medication, or learn how to monitor your own blood pressure.
- Consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Other Medicinal Applications
- Labetalol may also be used for chest pain (angina).
Possible Side Effects
- Fatigue, headache, nausea, dizziness, decreased male sexual ability (for example, 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.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially.