Before taking Labetalol 300mg 300mg, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other beta blockers (e.g., propranolol); or if you have any other allergies.
Labetalol 300mg should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: certain types of heart rhythm problems (e.g., sinus bradycardia, second- or third-degree atrioventricular block), certain serious heart conditions (cardiogenic shock, severe heart failure), severe breathing problems (unstable bronchial asthma).
Before using Labetalol 300mg, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: heart failure (treated, stable type), diabetes, overactive thyroid (e.g., hyperthyroidism), breathing problems (e.g., asthma, chronic obstructive lung disease), kidney or liver disease, blood circulation problems (e.g., Raynaud's disease, peripheral vascular disease), low blood flow to the brain (cerebral insufficiency), certain skin conditions (e.g., atopy), mental/mood disorders (e.g., depression), certain muscle problems (myasthenia gravis).
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking Labetalol 300mg.
Labetalol 300mg may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution while engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages.
To reduce dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a seated or lying position.
If you have diabetes, this product may mask the fast/pounding heartbeat you would usually feel when your blood sugar level falls too low (hypoglycemia). Other symptoms of a low blood sugar level, such as dizziness/sweating, are unaffected by Labetalol 300mg.
Caution is advised when using Labetalol 300mg in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially dizziness and lightheadedness.
Labetalol 300mg should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Rarely, babies born to mothers who took Labetalol 300mg 300mg during pregnancy may have symptoms of low blood pressure or low blood sugar such as shaking, unusual sweating, slow heartbeat, or slow/shallow breathing. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any of these symptoms in your newborn.
Labetalol 300mg passes into breast milk. This product may cause undesirable effects in a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
See also the Warning and Precautions sections.
Take Labetalol 300mg by mouth, usually twice daily or as directed by your doctor. Take Labetalol 300mg consistently either with or without food. The dosage is based on your age, medical condition and response to therapy. If you have severe liver problems, your dosage may need to be adjusted. Your doctor may start you at a low dose and gradually increase the dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
Use Labetalol 300mg regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. It is important to continue taking Labetalol 300mg even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick. It may take up to several weeks before the full benefit of Labetalol 300mg takes effect.
Do not stop taking Labetalol 300mg without first consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when the drug is abruptly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.
Inform your doctor if your condition worsens (e.g., your routine blood pressure readings increase).
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, tiredness, trouble sleeping, stuffy nose, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset or diarrhea may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
This product may reduce blood flow to your hands and feet, causing them to feel cold. Smoking may worsen this effect. Dress warmly and avoid tobacco use.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed Labetalol 300mg because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using Labetalol 300mg do not have serious side effects.
Medications similar to the Labetalol 300mg 300mg in this product may cause or worsen heart failure. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following unlikely but serious side effects: swelling of the ankles/feet, shortness of breath, severe tiredness, unexplained/sudden weight gain.
Labetalol 300mg can also make it easier to have symptoms of asthma (e.g., feeling of tightness in the chest, trouble breathing, wheezing, cough). Tell your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms occur.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: fainting, slow heartbeat, decreased sexual ability, vision changes, butterfly-shaped facial rash, joint/muscle pain, painful/difficult urination, mental/mood changes (e.g., depression), memory loss, confusion, bluish fingers/toes/nails, increased thirst, shakiness, unexpected sweating, unusual hunger.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: very slow/irregular heartbeats, signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat), easy bruising/bleeding, black stools, severe/persistent rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, painful erections.
Labetalol 300mg may infrequently cause serious (rarely fatal) liver disease. If you notice any of the following unlikely but very serious side effects, seek immediate medical attention: dark urine, persistent nausea/vomiting, severe stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing of the eyes/skin.
A very serious allergic reaction to Labetalol 300mg is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
If you miss a dose of Labetalol 300mg, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Your healthcare professionals (e.g., doctor or pharmacist) may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for it. Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.
Labetalol 300mg should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: arbutamine.
If you are currently using any of Labetalol 300mg, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting Labetalol 300mg 300mg.
Before using Labetalol 300mg, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: inhalation anesthetics (e.g., halothane), certain antidepressants (e.g., tricyclics such as amitriptyline, desipramine), bronchodilators (e.g., beta agonists such as albuterol), drugs that affect the levels of certain natural chemicals-catecholamines (e.g., guanethidine, reserpine), certain calcium channel blockers (e.g., diltiazem, nifedipine, verapamil), cimetidine, clonidine, diabetes medications (e.g., glipizide, glyburide, insulin), epinephrine, fenoldopam, glutethimide, methyldopa, nitroglycerin.
Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products, diet aids, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs-NSAIDs for pain/fever reduction) because they may contain ingredients that could increase your blood pressure or cause a fast heartbeat (e.g., pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine, chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine, clemastine, ibuprofen, naproxen). Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products.
This product can affect the results of certain lab tests (e.g., urinary catecholamines, amphetamine). Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know you use Labetalol 300mg.
This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The preceding information is intended to heighten awareness of health information and does not suggest diagnosis or treatment. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.