Labetalol
Labetalol is an alpha- and beta-blocker used for selected hypertension. Listed uses include Hypertensive Emergency.
Key points
- Oral and intravenous forms serve different settings and are not interchangeable.
- It can slow heart rate, lower blood pressure and worsen bronchospasm.
- Fainting, severe wheeze or a very slow pulse needs urgent care.
Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.
Important safety checks
Heart rhythm, asthma, heart failure, liver health, diabetes and other rate-slowing medicines require review.
When to seek urgent care
Seek urgent help for fainting, severe wheeze, chest pain, jaundice or a very slow or irregular heartbeat.
