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Composition :

LABETALOL-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Mercury Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

12-B, Girichhaya, Loyalka Estate, Chowpatty Band Stand, Mumbai - 400 006. INDIA
Other Info - GRA0288

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FAQs

Gravidol 200 Tablet works by blocking the receptors in the cardiovascular system; this helps in decreasing the blood pressure in the blood vessels. Gravidol 200 Tablet helps the heart to beat slower with less force, relaxes, and widens the blood vessels, this makes it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. Thereby, helps in lowering the blood pressure to normal.

Please do not stop taking Gravidol 200 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. Continue taking Gravidol 200 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Gravidol 200 Tablet .

Postural hypotension could be a side-effect of Gravidol 200 Tablet . Postural hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.

Gravidol 200 Tablet is used to treat gestational hypertension (high blood pressure during pregnancy) when the blood pressure needs to be lowered rapidly.

Gravidol 200 Tablet may cause erectile dysfunction (impotence), ejaculation problems and difficulty obtaining or maintaining an erection. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding these.

Inform your doctor if you have type-1 or type-2 diabetes mellitus. If you are diabetic, you should monitor your blood glucose levels regularly because Gravidol 200 Tablet might mask the symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels).

Gravidol 200 Tablet might affect pupils during cataract surgery and might mask the effects of sudden blood loss, so inform the surgeon ahead of time that you are taking Gravidol 200 Tablet if you are due to have cataract surgery. This will help the doctor to manage the complications in advance, which could occur during the surgery.

Multivitamins and minerals may lower the effect of Gravidol 200 Tablet when taken together. If your doctor has prescribed multivitamins and minerals, maintain a minimum gap of 2 hours between both.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Gravidol 200 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effects. Alcohol intake might interfere with the working of Gravidol 200 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

Gravidol 200 Tablet belongs to pregnancy category C. Your doctor may prescribe Gravidol 200 Tablet if the benefits outweigh the risks to treat high blood pressure during pregnancy when rapid control of blood pressure is necessary.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Small amounts of Gravidol 200 Tablet may pass into breastmilk. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide whether Gravidol 200 Tablet can be given to breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Gravidol 200 Tablet may cause dizziness, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/liver disease or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Gravidol 200 Tablet is not recommended for children, as efficacy and safety have not been established.

About Gravidol 200 Tablet

Gravidol 200 Tablet belongs to the blood pressure-lowering medications called 'beta-blocker' used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Additionally, Gravidol 200 Tablet is used to control high blood pressure in pregnancy and during anaesthesia. High blood pressure is a condition in which the blood exerts elevated pressure on blood vessel walls, leading to various cardiovascular complications like the risk of heart attack and stroke in the future. 
 
Gravidol 200 Tablet contains 'labetalol' that works by blocking the receptors in the cardiovascular system, this helps decrease the blood pressure in the blood vessels. Gravidol 200 Tablet helps the heart to beat slower with less force. It also relaxes and widens the blood vessels, this makes it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. Thereby, helps in lowering the raised blood pressure and reducing the overload of the heart. 
 
You are advised to take Gravidol 200 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, swelling, and headache. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side-effects persist or worsen.
 
Please do not stop taking Gravidol 200 Tablet on your own as it may cause a sudden increase in blood pressure. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gravidol 200 Tablet is not recommended for children as efficacy and safety have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might interfere with the working of Gravidol 200 Tablet . Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects.

Uses of Gravidol 200 Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

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Medicinal Benefits

Gravidol 200 Tablet belongs to the anti-hypertensive medicines called beta-blocking agents used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain). Gravidol 200 Tablet is also used to control high blood pressure in pregnancy and during anaesthesia. Gravidol 200 Tablet works by blocking the receptors in the cardiovascular system, this helps decrease the blood pressure in the blood vessels. Gravidol 200 Tablet helps the heartbeat slower with less force and relaxes, and widens the blood vessels, this makes it easier for the heart to pump blood to all parts of the body. Thereby, helps in lowering the blood pressure to normal. 

Directions for Use

Swallow Gravidol 200 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Gravidol 200 Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Swelling
  • Headache

Drug Warnings

Do not take Gravidol 200 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have heart problems, low blood pressure, extremely slow heart rate, prinzmetal angina, asthma or obstructive airway disease or adrenal gland tumour. Inform your doctor if you have reduced liver or kidney function, Raynaud's syndrome, intermittent claudication, diabetes, overactive thyroid, heart problems, metabolic acidosis, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal gland), ischaemic heart disease, lung problems or if you are due to have any surgery. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gravidol 200 Tablet is not recommended for children as efficacy and safety have not been established. Rise slowly from lying/sitting position as Gravidol 200 Tablet may cause dizziness (postural hypotension).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Gravidol 200 Tablet:
Co-administration of Gravidol 200 Tablet and Salmeterol together can decrease the medical benefits of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gravidol 200 Tablet and Salmeterol together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not forget to inform the doctor if you have severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or a history of asthma, as Gravidol 200 Tablet is often not advised in these conditions. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Gravidol 200 Tablet:
Co-administration of Gravidol 200 Tablet and Diltiazem may increase the side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gravidol 200 Tablet and Diltiazem together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of hands and legs, breathing difficulty, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, or irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Gravidol 200 Tablet:
When Levosalbutamol is used in combination with Gravidol 200 Tablet, the therapeutic effectiveness of Levosalbutamol can be decreased which may lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Levosalbutamol with Gravidol 200 Tablet may lead to an interaction, but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Gravidol 200 Tablet:
Co-administration of Ceritinib together with Gravidol 200 Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gravidol 200 Tablet and Ceritinib together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden lightheadedness, an irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Gravidol 200 Tablet:
Taking Gravidol 200 Tablet along with Epinephrine can reduce the effects of Epinephrine.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gravidol 200 Tablet and Epinephrine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LabetalolSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gravidol 200 Tablet:
Co-administration of Gravidol 200 Tablet along with Saquinavir can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gravidol 200 Tablet and Saquinavir together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting, a slow pulse, or an irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Gravidol 200 Tablet:
Taking Atazanavir and Gravidol 200 Tablet can raise the risk of a possibly serious heart rhythm irregularity.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gravidol 200 Tablet and Atazanavir together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden lightheadedness, an irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Gravidol 200 Tablet:
Co-administration of Gravidol 200 Tablet and formoterol together could decrease the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gravidol 200 Tablet and Formoterol together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Gravidol 200 Tablet:
Co-administration of Gravidol 200 Tablet and Verapamil can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gravidol 200 Tablet and Verapamil together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience fatigue, swelling of the extremities, shortness of breath, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LabetalolDolasetron
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gravidol 200 Tablet:
When Dolasetron and Gravidol 200 Tablet are taken together, it can increase the risk of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Gravidol 200 Tablet and Dolasetron, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor blood pressure levels to prevent hypotension (low blood pressure).
  • Gravidol 200 Tablet might interfere with certain laboratory test results and possibly cause false results such as raised liver function tests, antinuclear antibody blood tests, urine tests and MIBG scintigraphy (test to detect tumours). Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Gravidol 200 Tablet .
  • Inform your surgeon ahead of time that you are taking Gravidol 200 Tablet if you have any surgery requiring general anaesthesia or cataract surgery.
     

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • You are advised to consume low salt and low-fat diet. 
  • Regular exercise is also recommended.
  • Eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Maintain a healthy weight with proper diet and exercise.
  • Managing stress with meditation, yoga, and massage.

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