Labetalol
Labetalol
Labetalol (pronounced la-BET-uh-lol) is a medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers.
Etymology
The term "Labetalol" is derived from the combination of "l-" (levo-) and "beta-alol" (beta blocker and alcohol). The "l-" prefix indicates the levo- or left-handed isomer, which is the active form of the drug.
Usage
Labetalol is used to treat hypertension, and it can be used alone or in combination with other medications. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect reduces heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Labetalol include dizziness, tiredness, and nausea. Serious side effects are rare, but may include slow heartbeat, fainting, and shortness of breath. If any of these effects persist or worsen, patients are advised to tell their doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Related Terms
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Labetalol
- Wikipedia's article - Labetalol
This WikiMD article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski