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Eubet Tablet
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Labetalol
Manufacturer : SAMARTH LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
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Introduction to Eubet Tablet
Eubet Tablet contains the active constituent labetalol. It is used to treat high blood pressure. It can be used to treat high blood pressure during pregnancy and in patients with angina (chest pain). High blood pressure, when left untreated, can damage the blood vessels and could lead to kidney failure, heart attacks, blindness, or stroke.
Before taking the Eubet tablet, talk to your physician if you have any heart problems, circulatory diseases, tumours, liver disorders, kidney disorders, or chest pain while at rest. Let your physician know about your treatment with Eubet Tablet before receiving any surgical or diagnostic procedures.
Avoid drinking alcohol while being treated with this medicine. This medicine contains lactose. Talk with the physician if you have an intolerance to sugars before starting treatment.
Uses of Eubet Tablet
Labetalol Tablet is used in the treatment of the following:
- High blood pressure
- High blood pressure in patients with angina (chest pain)
- High blood pressure during pregnancy
Therapeutic Effects of Eubet Tablet
Eubet Tablet slows down the heartbeat and widens the arteries (blood vessels) in the body. This lowers the blood pressure rapidly.
Interaction of Eubet Tablet with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.
More Information about Eubet Tablet
- Keep Eubet Tablet out of sight and reach of children.
- Store below 25°C.
How to consume Eubet Tablet
Always take Eubet Tablet exactly as your physician has prescribed you. Swallow the tablets with water as a whole. Do not crush or chew the tablets. This medicine has to be taken with food.
Safety Advices for Eubet Tablet
Pregnancy
Eubet Tablet is not recommended during the 1st three months of pregnancy unless your physician thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. You need to tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking Eubet Tablet.
Breast Feeding
This medication is not recommended for breastfeeding women. You need to tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Eubet Tablet.
Lungs
Eubet Tablets should be cautiously used in patients with severe lung diseases. Dose adjustments are necessary. Inform your physician if you have lung problems before initiating the therapy.
Liver
You need to tell your physician if you have any liver disorders before taking Eubet Tablet, as this medicine should be used with caution in liver disease patients.
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol may affect the effectiveness of the Eubet Tablet. It is highly advised to stop consuming alcohol if you take this medicine.
Driving
Eubet tablets may cause dizziness or tiredness. Avoid driving if you are unwell.
Side Effects of Eubet Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious side effects of the following:
- Swelling of the face, throat, or tongue, difficulty breathing, rash or itching
Common side effects of the following:
- Headache, dizziness
- Tiredness
- Stuffy nose
- Tingling of the scalp
- Urination difficulties
- Not being able to ejaculate
- Vomiting, nausea
Word of Advice
Eubet tablets can cause a drop in blood pressure when changing positions (orthostatic hypotension), leading to dizziness or lightheadedness. To minimise this, rise slowly from lying down or sitting positions. Along with medication, lifestyle modifications can help manage blood pressure. These may include maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, managing stress, limiting alcohol consumption, and avoiding tobacco products.
FAQs
Q 1. Are there any side effects associated with Eubet Tablet?
Like any medication, Eubet Tablet can cause side effects. Common side effects may include dizziness, fatigue, headache, nausea, and low blood pressure. This formulation may also cause serious side effects, such as slow heart rate, shortness of breath, or allergic reactions. Reporting any unusual or severe side effects to a healthcare professional is important.
Q 2. What are the available Eubet Tablet doses?
Eubet Tablet is available in different doses in tablet form and for intravenous (IV) administration. For oral tablets, the common doses are 100mg, 200mg, and 300mg. The IV dose can be 5 mg/mL or 20 mg/mL concentration.
Q 3. Can a diabetic patient take Eubet Tablet?
Yes, diabetic patients can take Eubet Tablet. This medicine is not known to directly affect blood sugar levels or interfere with the management of diabetes. It is commonly prescribed to individuals with hypertension, including those with diabetes.
Q 4. Can Eubet Tablet be abruptly stopped?
Eubet Tablet should only be abruptly stopped by consulting a healthcare professional. Sudden discontinuation of beta-blockers can result in a rebound effect and potentially worsen symptoms. If you feel to change or stop the dosage of this drug, it should be done under the knowledge of your healthcare provider.
Q 5. What is the mechanism of action of Eubet Tablet?
Eubet Tablet works by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors in the body. It blocks beta-1 and beta-2 receptors, leading to reduced heart rate, decreased force of contraction, and dilation of blood vessels, resulting in lowered blood pressure.
Fact Box of Eubet Tablet
| Molecule name: Labetalol | Therapeutic class: Antihypertensive agents |
| Pharmacological class: Non-cardioselective beta blockers | Indications: Treats hypertension |
References
1. Tillomed Laboratories Ltd, Electronic medicines compendium (EMC), [Revised on January 2022] [Accessed on 29th May 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.11602.pdf
2. Hospira, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on Nov 2011] [Accessed on 29th May 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/075239s010lbl.pdf
3. Goodman & Gilman's, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Adrenergic agonists and antagonists, 12th edition, 2011, 328.
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