INTRODUCTION

LABEBET 200MG contains Labetalol which belongs to a group of medicines known as beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), pre-eclampsia (high blood pressure during pregnancy in women). It also used to treat angina (pain in the chest, arms, shoulders or neck caused by effort, stress or cold weather) in patients with high blood pressure.

High blood pressure usually occurs from blood pushing too hard against your blood vessels. Angina is pain or discomfort that keeps coming back when part of your heart does not get enough blood.  LABEBET 200MG works by causing the heart to beat slower and with less force and also widens the arteries in the body which helps to lower the pressure of blood.

High blood pressure often causes no obvious symptoms but if it is not treated it can damage blood vessels in the long-term. This can lead to heart attacks, kidney failure, stroke or blindness. Always take LABEBET 200MG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole with plenty of water. It should not be given to children. Do not drive or operate machines if you feel dizzy or tired while taking this medicine. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, since it can make these side effects worse.

USES OF LABEBET 200MG

• Treat high blood pressure (hypertension), pre-eclampsia (high blood pressure during pregnancy in women) and angina

HOW LABEBET 200MG WORKS

Labetalol works by changing way your body responds to some nerve impulses, especially in the heart. It slows down the heart rate and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take LABEBET 200MG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole with plenty of water.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LABEBET 200MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Skin rash:

Avoid bath in hot water because hot water can irritate the skin. Moisturizers can be used regular basis to soothe and hydrate the affected area.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Talk to your doctor if you are taking:

• antidepressants e.g. amitriptyline
• barbiturates e.g. phenobarbital, to help you sleep
• other medicines to lower blood pressure e.g. hydralazine, nifedipine
• medicine given by injection which contains adrenaline
• antidiabetic drugs, including insulin
• other beta-blockers
• medicine for mental illness such as chlorpromazine
• cimetidine, to treat heartburn or ulcers
• anti-inflammatory painkillers e.g. ibuprofen, aspirin, other medicines used to treat pain, or corticosteroids e.g. prednisolone

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

Store at room temperature 15-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQs ABOUT LABEBET 200MG

Can LABEBET 200MG be used in pregnant women?

No. It should only be used during the first few months of pregnancy. It is not recommended for use in the pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking.

Can you drive on LABEBET 200MG?

Do not drive or operate machines if you feel dizzy or tired while taking this medicine.

Can you drink alcohol on LABEBET 200MG?

Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine as the effects of the alcohol and it may be increased.

REFERENCES

1. James W Upward, Fawaz Akhras, Graham Jackson; Oral labetalol in the management of stable angina pectoris in normotensive patients; [Approved on 1985] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC481721/pdf/brheartj00109-0062.pdf

2. A. Breckenridge, M. Orme, M. J. Serlin, and M. Maciver, Labetalol in essential hypertension, [Approved on 1982] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1401833/

3. K.D.Tripathi, Essentials of medical pharmacology, Drugs acting on ANS, Chapter 10 – Antiadrenergic drugs and drugs for glaucoma, Page – 150, 151.

4. Generics [UK] Ltd, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 1TL, UK; Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC); [Revised on 09/2020] [Accessed 23 Nov 2020] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2648.pdf