Labetalol IV

Labetalol IV Side Effects

Dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, tiredness, trouble sleeping, stuffy nose, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, or diarrhea may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

This product may reduce blood flow to your hands and feet, causing them to feel cold. Smoking may worsen this effect. Dress warmly and avoid tobacco use.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Medications similar to labetalol may cause or worsen heart failure. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following unlikely but serious side effects:

• swelling of the ankles/feet
• shortness of breath
• severe tiredness
• unexplained/sudden weight gain

Labetalol can also make it easier to have symptoms of asthma (e.g., feeling of tightness in the chest, trouble breathing, wheezing, cough). Tell your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms occur.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

• fainting
• slow heartbeat
• decreased sexual ability
• vision changes
• butterfly-shaped facial rash
• joint/muscle pain
• painful/difficult urination
• mental/mood changes (e.g., depression)
• memory loss
• confusion
• bluish fingers/toes nails
• increased thirst
• shakiness
• unexpected sweating
• unusual hunger

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

• very slow/irregular heartbeats
• signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat)
• easy bruising/bleeding
• black stools
• severe/persistent rectal bleeding
• abdominal pain
• painful erections (Peyronie's disease)

This drug may infrequently cause serious (rarely fatal) liver disease. If you notice any of the following unlikely but very serious side effects, seek immediate medical attention:

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