Labogen 100mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Labetalol (100mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Amagen India Life Sciences |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Labogen 100mg Tablet is a medicine used for treating high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart-related chest pain (angina). Labogen 100mg Tablet is a medicine used for treating high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart-related chest pain (angina). It is also effective for treating high blood pressure in pregnancy. It lowers blood pressure and thus helps in preventing future stroke and heart attack.
Labogen 100mg Tablet 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.
Is Labogen 100mg Tablet safe?
Labogen 100mg Tablet is generally considered safe when taken as directed by a healthcare professional. Some individuals may experience mild side effects, such as fatigue or dizziness, during the initial weeks of treatment. These side effects typically subside after a few weeks.
Why is Labogen 100mg Tablet prescribed during pregnancy?
High blood pressure during pregnancy can pose significant risks for both mother and baby. Properly managed high blood pressure in pregnancy helps reduce the risk of serious complications such as preterm birth, preeclampsia, and stillbirth. If a woman has uncontrolled high blood pressure during pregnancy, treatment with Labogen 100mg Tablet might be recommended by her healthcare provider to ensure optimal fetal health.
Does Labogen 100mg Tablet cause itching?
Yes, some people taking Labogen 100mg Tablet may experience skin rash, itching, or scalp tingling. If you notice any worsening of these symptoms or prolonged itchy sensations, consult your healthcare professional immediately.
Is it safe to use Labogen 100mg Tablet in patients with diabetes?
Individuals with diabetes should carefully monitor their blood sugar levels while taking Labogen 100mg Tablet. Labogen 100mg Tablet may impact the ability to detect low blood sugar symptoms like shaking and rapid heart rate, requiring careful monitoring and communication with healthcare professionals.
Does Labogen 100mg Tablet affect heart rate?
Labogen 100mg Tablet can slow down your heart rate, aiding in efficient blood flow throughout the body. Healthcare providers will regularly monitor your blood pressure and pulse during treatment to assess the medication's effects.
What happens if I stop taking Labogen 100mg Tablet?
Stopping Labogen 100mg Tablet abruptly without consulting a healthcare professional can lead to serious heart complications like angina (chest pain) or even a heart attack. If you need to stop treatment, your doctor will gradually reduce the dose over one to two weeks.
Will I need to stop taking Labogen 100mg Tablet before surgery?
Your healthcare provider may recommend stopping Labogen 100mg Tablet for 24 hours before surgery. This is because a combination of Labogen 100mg Tablet and some anesthetics could lead to a significant drop in blood pressure, potentially causing breathing difficulties or dizziness.
What happens on taking more than the recommended dose of Labogen 100mg Tablet?
Exceeding the recommended dosage of Labogen 100mg Tablet may lead to a drop in blood pressure, slowing down heart rate, shortness of breath, or potential blood sugar fluctuations. If you take too many tablets, contact your healthcare professional or emergency medical services immediately.
How long does Labogen 100mg Tablet take to work?
Labogen 100mg Tablet for high blood pressure typically lowers blood pressure within 1 to 3 hours after intake. However, you might not immediately feel any noticeable changes. Continued treatment is crucial even if you don't experience immediate relief.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Labogen 100mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
- It should be taken with food.
- Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting Labogen 100mg Tablet and inform your doctor if it has not improved.
- Labogen 100mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Labogen 100mg Tablet as it may make the side effects worse.
- Do not stop taking Labogen 100mg Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Labogen 100mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Labogen 100mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Labogen 100mg Tablet 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.
