Trandate - Generic Tablet (Labetolol)

Labetolol belongs to both beta-blocker and alpha-blocker groups and is mainly taken by patients who have hypertension. Additionally, the drug is proven to prevent heart attacks, stroke and lessen kidney ailments. The drug blocks specific natural chemical action (epinephrine) on the blood vessels and heart, thus directly helps in lowering blood pressure, heart rate and heart strain. You should follow the dose as per your physician.

Labetolol is generally prescribed 2 times daily and needs to be consumed by mouth. You can consume it without/ with meals or follow as your physician instructed you. Doses may vary from patients to patient according to their medical condition. Skipping this drug while an ongoing course shouldn’t be done. Taking Trandate on a daily basis, this drug can deliver the best cure within a concise period. Do not overdose; else, you may trigger severe side effects.

Precautions are needed for those who have a medical history, especially some heart disease like a slow heartbeat, heart failure and breathing problems (chronic bronchitis, asthma, emphysema), liver ailments, kidney problems, hyperthyroidism etc. Plus, having any type of allergy with Labetolol or other inactive compounds of this drug, following up with the doctor is compulsory to prevent side effects. Consumption of alcohol or cannabis may increase the risk of severe lightheadedness, as Trandate already has a common symptom of making people dizzy. You need to inform the doctor about this medication before having any minor or major surgery. Caution should be taken for the elders and children- in older adults; the lightheadedness symptoms may turn into severe; whereas, in children, this compound may encounter hypoglycemia, so proper diet is needed to be maintained. The effect of this drug is unknown for infants, so before breastfeeding, you should consult with a doctor. Labetolol is prescribed in lowering hypertension; however, pregnant women are advised to discuss with doctors about this medication, as in some rare cases, the newborn baby may have hypoglycemia symptoms.

Following are some common and temporary symptoms after taking this drug-

• Feeling pukish.
• Lightheadedness.
• Swelling on throat, tongue and face.
• Rashes on skin with itchiness.
• Feet or ankle swelling.
• Sudden tiredness.
• Sudden weight-gain.
• Wheezing.

These are some common reactions that have been reported by patients. However, feeling discomfort for a prolonged period or noticing unusualness, consultation with the doctor is mandatory. Inform the physician about the side effects and ask whether you can continue this medication or not.