Description
Lablol 20 MG Injection is an antihypertensive medication that is used for the control of blood pressure in a hypertensive emergency. This medicine helps to lower high blood pressure after a heart attack, during operation, etc. It may also be used to lower very high blood pressure in pregnant women.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Lablol 20 MG Injection
Blurred vision
Difficulty in breathing
Dizziness
Cold sweats
Pain at the injection site
Acid or sour stomach
Headache
Decreased interest in sexual intercourse
Loss of strength
Uses of Lablol 20 MG Injection
What is it prescribed for?
Hypertensive Emergency
This medicine is used for the control of blood pressure in a hypertensive emergency or severe hypertension.
Dosage
Lablol 4ml Injection
Lablol 20ml Injection
When not to use?
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to labetalol, other beta-blockers, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Lung diseases
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from lung diseases like asthma, bronchospasm, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Heart block greater than first degree
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with second or third-degree heart block due to the risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Severe bradycardia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe bradycardia (slow heart rate than normal) due to the increased risk of worsening the patient’s condition.
Cardiogenic shock
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with cardiogenic shock due to the increased risk of worsening the patient’s condition.
Uncompensated congestive heart failure
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have uncompensated congestive heart failure due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. However, this medicine is sometimes used to lower very high blood pressure in pregnant women. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
General warnings
Major surgery
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients who are scheduled for major surgery. An anesthetic agent with little negative inotropic activity should be selected to minimize the effect on the heart.
Sports
It is advised to not indulge in certain sports while consuming this medicine. Archery, racing, shooting, and other high-risk sports should be avoided. Sportspersons should refer to the list of banned medicines published by the World Anti-Doping Agency while participating in specific sports events.
Hyperthyroidism
This medicine should be administered with caution in patients suffering from hyperthyroidism since it may mask some of the patient’s symptoms. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent clinical monitoring to safely use this medicine. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Driving or operating machinery
This medicine may cause fatigue, weakness, or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during or immediately after the treatment with this medicine.
Dosage
Missed Dose
Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
Interactions
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Prednisolone
Antidiabetic medicines
Formoterol
Arformoterol
Methylprednisolone
Disease interactions
Asthma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a history of bronchial asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease since it may worsen the patient’s condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor’s supervision.
Psoriasis
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from psoriasis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Glaucoma
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from glaucoma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Diabetes
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of altered blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Hyperlipidemia
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with hyperlipidemia due to the increased risk of altered lipid levels in the body. Regular monitoring of lipid profiles, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
General Instructions
This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
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