Manufacturers

Mits Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Labetalol (20mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Treatment of Hypertensive emergency Labimax 20mg Injection blocks the effect of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down the heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force thereby lowering your blood pressure. This medicine is injected into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. It is used for immediate reduction of very high blood pressure (hypertensive emergency). A controlled blood pressure reduces the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems.

Benefits

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Description

Labimax 20mg Injection is a medicine used in the urgent treatment of hypertensive emergency (severely increased blood pressure). It also helps to treat severe hypertension in pregnancy, when rapid control of blood pressure is essential.Labimax 20mg Injection brings about an immediate reduction in blood pressure and the workload of the heart. It is administered by a doctor and requires continuous blood pressure monitoring.Common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, paresthesia, impotence, edema, and cold fingers or toes. Let your doctor know if they persist or get worse. They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or reduce the side effects.Before taking it, let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding then you should always inform the doctor. Labimax 20mg Injection brings about an immediate reduction in blood pressure and the workload of the heart. It is administered by a doctor and requires continuous blood pressure monitoring.

How To Use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Labimax 20mg Injection. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Labimax 20mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Labimax 20mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Labimax 20mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Labimax 20mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Labimax 20mg Injection is recommended.However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment. | - Liver : CAUTION

Labimax 20mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Labimax 20mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of Labimax 20mg Injection, consult your doctor.

Packaging Detail

vial of 4 ml Injection

Package

Vial

Qty

4 ml

Product Form

Injection

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Salicylamide derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC

Primary Use

Treatment of Hypertensive emergency

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Treatment of Hypertensive emergency

Common Side Effect

Dizziness | Vomiting | Fatigue | Impotence | Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation) | Nausea | Edema (swelling) | Cold extremities

Alcoholinteraction

UNSAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactationinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Drivinginteraction

UNSAFE

Kidneyinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Liverinteraction

CAUTION

Manufacturer Address

block a, plot no 331, industrial area, phase-1, panchkula-134113, haryana, india

Q A

Q. Is Labimax 20mg Injection safe?::: Labimax 20mg Injection is generally considered a safe medicine if it is taken as directed by the doctor. The side effects that result with use of Labimax 20mg Injection occur during the first few weeks of treatment and disappear with time.| Q. Why is Labimax 20mg Injection used in pregnancy?::: It is important to appropriately treat high blood pressure in pregnancy. Studies have shown that poorly controlled high blood pressure in pregnancy can lead to an increased risk of certain birth defects, stillbirth, reduced growth of the baby within the womb, and premature birth. For some women with high blood pressure, treatment with Labimax 20mg Injection in pregnancy might be considered to be the best option. Your doctor is the best person to help you decide what is right for you and your baby.| Q. Does Labimax 20mg Injection cause itching?::: Yes, itchy skin, a rash or tingly scalp are common side effects of Labimax 20mg Injection. Speak to your doctor if the itchiness or rash gets worse or lasts for more than a week.| Q. Is it safe to use Labimax 20mg Injection in patients with diabetes?::: Diabetic patients while using Labimax 20mg Injection should regularly check the blood sugar levels. Labimax 20mg Injection may make it difficult to recognize the warning signs of low blood sugar such as shaking and a racing heartbeat. Consult your doctor if the blood sugar levels are reduced while taking Labimax 20mg Injection.| Q. Does Labimax 20mg Injection affect heart rate?::: Labimax 20mg Injection slows down your heart rate and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Your doctor may regularly check your blood pressure and pulse (heart rate) during therapy to determine your response to the medicine.

How It Works

Labimax 20mg Injection is an alpha and beta blocker. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

Interaction

Labimax Injection 20mg & Glystal 50mg Tablet :

Use of Acarbose and Labetalol should be avoided at the same time. Watch for signs of confusion, dizziness,faster heart beat, tremors (shaking) and increased sweating. | Labimax Injection 20mg & Acarboz 50mg Tablet :

Use of Acarbose and Labetalol should be avoided at the same time. Watch for signs of confusion, dizziness,faster heart beat, tremors (shaking) and increased sweating. | Labimax Injection 20mg & Acarsafe 50 Tablet :

Use of Acarbose and Labetalol should be avoided at the same time. Watch for signs of confusion, dizziness,faster heart beat, tremors (shaking) and increased sweating. | Labimax Injection 20mg & AC 50mg Tablet :

Use of Acarbose and Labetalol should be avoided at the same time. Watch for signs of confusion, dizziness,faster heart beat, tremors (shaking) and increased sweating. | Labimax Injection 20mg & Glubose 25mg Tablet :

Use of Acarbose and Labetalol should be avoided at the same time. Watch for signs of confusion, dizziness,faster heart beat, tremors (shaking) and increased sweating. | Labimax Injection 20mg & K Carb 50mg Tablet :

Use of Acarbose and Labetalol should be avoided at the same time. Watch for signs of confusion, dizziness,faster heart beat, tremors (shaking) and increased sweating. | Labimax Injection 20mg & Asucrose 25mg Tablet :

Use of Acarbose and Labetalol should be avoided at the same time. Watch for signs of confusion, dizziness,faster heart beat, tremors (shaking) and increased sweating. | Labimax Injection 20mg & Cgbose 25mg Tablet :

Use of Acarbose and Labetalol should be avoided at the same time. Watch for signs of confusion, dizziness,faster heart beat, tremors (shaking) and increased sweating. | Labimax Injection 20mg & Cgbose 50mg Tablet :

Use of Acarbose and Labetalol should be avoided at the same time. Watch for signs of confusion, dizziness,faster heart beat, tremors (shaking) and increased sweating. | Labimax Injection 20mg & Discarb 25mg Tablet :

Use of Acarbose and Labetalol should be avoided at the same time. Watch for signs of confusion, dizziness,faster heart beat, tremors (shaking) and increased sweating.

Marketer Details

Mits Healthcare Pvt Ltd | block a, plot no 331, industrial area, phase-1, panchkula-134113, haryana, india

Reference

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