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Composition FOR Alpha Dip NA Tablet

Labetalol(NA)

food interaction for Alpha Dip Tablet

alcohol interaction for Alpha Dip Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Alpha Dip Tablet

lactation interaction for Alpha Dip Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Alpha Dip Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alpha Dip Tablet.
UNSAFE
Alpha Dip Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alpha Dip Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Alpha Dip NA Tablet

Labetalol(NA)

Alpha dip tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain), Hypertension (high blood pressure) and prevention of heart attack and stroke.

How alpha dip tablet works

Alpha Dip Tablet is an alpha and beta blocker. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

Common side effects of alpha dip tablet

Dizziness, Ejaculation disorder, Breathlessness, Fever, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Difficulty in urination, Heart failure, Erectile dysfunction, Drug fever, Hypersensitivity, Abnormal liver function tests

SUBSTITUTES FOR Alpha Dip Tablet

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Alpha Dip Tablet

  • It should be taken with food.
  • Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting Labetalol, and inform your doctor if it has not improved.
  • Labetalol may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Labetalol as it may make the side effects worse.
  • Do not stop taking Labetalol suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Frequently asked questions FOR Alpha Dip NA Tablet

Labetalol

Q. Is Alpha Dip Tablet safe?
Alpha Dip Tablet is generally considered a safe medicine if it is taken as directed by the doctor. The side effects that result with use of Alpha Dip Tablet occur during the first few weeks of treatment and disappear with time.
Q. Why is Alpha Dip Tablet used in pregnancy?
It is important to appropriately treat high blood pressure in pregnancy. Studies have shown that poorly controlled high blood pressure in pregnancy can lead to an increased risk of certain birth defects, stillbirth, reduced growth of the baby within the womb, and premature birth. For some women with high blood pressure, treatment with Alpha Dip Tablet in pregnancy might be considered to be the best option. Your doctor is the best person to help you decide what is right for you and your baby.
Q. Does Alpha Dip Tablet cause itching?
Yes, itchy skin, a rash or tingly scalp are common side effects of Alpha Dip Tablet. Speak to your doctor if the itchiness or rash gets worse or lasts for more than a week.
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Q. Is it safe to use Alpha Dip Tablet in patients with diabetes?
Diabetic patients while using Alpha Dip Tablet should regularly check the blood sugar levels. Alpha Dip Tablet may make it difficult to recognize the warning signs of low blood sugar such as shaking and a racing heartbeat. Consult your doctor if the blood sugar levels are reduced while taking Alpha Dip Tablet.
Q. Does Alpha Dip Tablet affect heart rate?
Alpha Dip Tablet slows down your heart rate and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Your doctor may regularly check your blood pressure and pulse (heart rate) during therapy to determine your response to the medicine.
Q. What can happen if I stop taking Alpha Dip Tablet?
Do not stop taking Alpha Dip Tablet without talking to your doctor. Stopping Alpha Dip Tablet suddenly may cause serious heart problems such as angina (chest pain) or even a heart attack. If you need to stop taking Alpha Dip Tablet, your doctor will reduce the dose slowly over 1 or 2 weeks.
Q. Will I need to stop taking Alpha Dip Tablet before surgery?
Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Alpha Dip Tablet for 24 hours before surgery. This is because Alpha Dip Tablet can lower your blood pressure too much when its use is combined with some anesthetics. So, tell your doctor that you're taking Alpha Dip Tablet if you're going to be put to sleep using a general anesthetic or are scheduled to have any kind of major operation.
Q. What happens on taking more than the recommended dose of Alpha Dip Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Alpha Dip Tablet can lead to a drop in blood pressure and slowing of the heart rate, difficulty breathing, or a drop in blood sugar, which can cause sweating or confusion. If you take too many tablets, tell your doctor immediately or contact the hospital emergency department nearest to you.
Q. How long does Alpha Dip Tablet take to work?
If you are taking Alpha Dip Tablet for high blood pressure, it may lower your BP within 1-3 hours of taking it. You may not feel any different, but this does not mean that the medicine is not working, and it is important to keep taking it. On the other hand, if you are taking it for angina, it will probably take a few days for the medicine to reduce the pain. You may still have chest pain during this time or it may get worse.

Content on this page was last updated on 06 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)