Introduction

Uses of Labecard

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Side effects of Labecard

Dizziness
Allergic reaction
Ejaculation disorder
Increased liver enzymes
Difficulty in urination

How to use Labecard

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Labecard is to be taken with food.

How Labecard works

Labecard 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.

Quick Tips

It should be taken with food.
Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting Labecard, and inform your doctor if it has not improved.
Labecard 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 Labecard as it may make the side effects worse.
Do not stop taking Labecard suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Labecard.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Labecard 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Labecard is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Labecard may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Labecard is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Labecard is recommended.\nHowever, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment.
CAUTION – Liver: Labecard should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Labecard may be needed. Please consult your doctor.