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Labetalol is an alpha-1 and beta adrenergic blocker used to treat high blood pressure. It works by blocking these adrenergic receptors, which slows sinus heart rate, decreases peripheral vascular resistance. It has a particular indication in the treatment of pregnancy-induced hypertension. Labetalol is available in 100, 200, and 300 mg tablets and intravenously in 5 mg/ml solution. Adults taking tablets usually start with 100 mg two times a day, with...


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  • High Blood Pressure - Labetalol - 2 replies

    on Labetalol, 100mg twice a day. Is anyone out there on this med.? Have you had any reactions to it? Any advice 2 kids and would like a 3rd. I have HBP and was switched from a water pill to Labetalol...

    Jun 04, 2008

  • Labetalol for High Blood Pressure - 5 replies

    My OB switched me from Aldomet to Labetalol for my high blood pressure yesterday there who has been on labetalol??

    Jul 15, 2008

  • Labetalol anyone??? - 10 replies

    Hey guys! I'm kinda new here, and I was wondering if anyone was on labetalol for PIH or pre has more side effects on pregnant women, but the labetalol is a newer drug, and fewer side effects

    Jun 19, 2008

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Has anyone had good readings with the bp drug Labetalol?
My husband has been on it along with the drug tekturna and it has been...

I'm sure there are many people who have taken Labetalol and have it do nothing for their BP. Which is why people have to go to doctors. The doctor will...

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