Labetalol

What Are The Uses Of Labetalol?

Labetalol is used for treating high blood pressure.

What Are The Side Effects Of Labetalol?

The  common side effects of  labetalol are:

• Tiredness
• Dizziness
• Scalp tingling

Some severe (but rare) side effects are:

• Blue fingers/toes
• Slow heart beat
• Fainting
• Trouble breathing
• Liver disease
• Nausea/vomiting
• Abdominal / stomach pain
• Yellowing of eyes/skin  

Please consult a physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of Labetalol?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Hyper sensitivity towards the drug labetalol or any other allergies.
• Hyperthyroidism
• Heart failure
• Blood circulation problems
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Muscle disease
• Cataract
• Glaucoma
• Depression