beta-l injection - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is beta-l injection used for?
Alphadopa L (Labetalol) is used to treat CARDIAC. It contains Labetalol (5mg/ml), which Competitive antagonist at both alpha-1 and beta-adrenergic receptors, reducing p. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Labetalol
- Manufacturer: Wohltat Lifesciences
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ beta-l injection Uses & Benefits
Hypertension (including hypertensive emergencies), chronic stable angina, arrhythmias.
Off-label uses: Migraine prophylaxis, anxiety (off-label), thyrotoxicosis.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Labetalol |
| Brand Name | Alphadopa L |
| Manufacturer | Wohltat Lifesciences |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | Alpha & beta blocker |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Competitive antagonist at both alpha-1 and beta-adrenergic receptors, reducing peripheral vascular resistance and cardiac output.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take beta-l injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of beta-l injection
โ Common Side Effects
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Headache
- Scalp tingling
- Nasal congestion
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Bradycardia
- Heart failure
- Bronchospasm
- Hepatotoxicity
- Severe hypotension
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Lupus-like syndrome
- Peyronie's disease
- Positive ANA titers
- Rash
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Verapamil | Major | Increased risk of bradycardia and heart block |
| Insulin | Moderate | Masking of hypoglycemic symptoms |
| NSAIDs | Moderate | Reduced antihypertensive effect |
| Cimetidine | Minor | Increased labetalol levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Beta-blockers
- Calcium channel blockers (verapamil, diltiazem)
- MAO inhibitors
- Volatile anesthetics
โก Moderate Interactions
- Insulin
- Oral hypoglycemics
- NSAIDs
- Digoxin
- Clonidine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Rifampin
- Smoking
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may increase bioavailability; avoid high-fat meals.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May enhance hypotensive effect; avoid excessive alcohol.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Bronchial asthma, overt cardiac failure, cardiogenic shock, severe bradycardia, heart block greater than first degree, severe hypotension, hypersensitivity to labetalol.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Blood pressure, heart rate, ECG, blood glucose (in diabetics), liver function tests.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Present in breast milk; use with caution, monitor infant for bradycardia and hypotension.
๐ Overdose Management
Gastric lavage, activated charcoal; symptomatic treatment: atropine for bradycardia, vasopressors for hypotension, bronchodilators for bronchospasm.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless close to next dose; do not double dose.
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๐ Substitutes for beta-l injection
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.