Normadate 100mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Labetalol (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Normadate 100mg Tablet is a medicine used for treating high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart-related chest pain (angina).
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Normadate 100mg Tablet is a medicine used for treating high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart-related chest pain (angina). It is also effective for treating high blood pressure in pregnancy. It lowers blood pressure and thus helps in preventing future stroke and heart attack.
Directions for Use
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. Normadate 100mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Normadate 100mg Tablet 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 Normadate 100mg Tablet and inform your doctor if it has not improved. Normadate 100mg Tablet 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 Normadate 100mg Tablet as it may make the side effects worse. Do not stop taking Normadate 100mg Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the safety profile of Normadate 100mg Tablet?
Normadate 100mg Tablet is generally considered a safe medicine if taken as directed by the doctor. The side effects that result from use of Normadate 100mg Tablet occur during the first few weeks of treatment and disappear with time.
Why is Normadate 100mg Tablet used in pregnancy?
It is essential to treat high blood pressure in pregnancy properly. Studies have shown that poorly controlled high blood pressure in pregnancy can lead to an increased risk of certain birth defects, stillbirth, reduced growth of the baby within the womb, and premature birth. For some women with high blood pressure, treatment with Normadate 100mg Tablet in pregnancy might be considered to be the best option. Your doctor is the best person to help you decide what is right for you and your baby.
Can Normadate 100mg Tablet cause itching?
Yes, itchy skin, a rash or tingly scalp are common side effects of Normadate 100mg Tablet. Speak to your doctor if the itchiness or rash gets worse or lasts for more than a week.
Is it safe to use Normadate 100mg Tablet in patients with diabetes?
Diabetic patients while using Normadate 100mg Tablet should regularly check the blood sugar levels. Normadate 100mg Tablet may make it difficult to recognize the warning signs of low blood sugar such as shaking and a racing heartbeat. Consult your doctor if the blood sugar levels are reduced while taking Normadate 100mg Tablet.
Does Normadate 100mg Tablet affect heart rate?
Normadate 100mg Tablet slows down your heart rate and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Your doctor may regularly check your blood pressure and pulse (heart rate) during therapy to determine your response to the medicine.
What can happen if I stop taking Normadate 100mg Tablet?
Do not stop taking Normadate 100mg Tablet without talking to your doctor. Stopping Normadate 100mg Tablet suddenly may cause serious heart problems such as angina (chest pain) or even a heart attack. If you need to stop taking Normadate 100mg Tablet, your doctor will reduce the dose slowly over 1 or 2 weeks.
Will I need to stop taking Normadate 100mg Tablet before surgery?
Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Normadate 100mg Tablet for 24 hours before surgery. This is because Normadate 100mg Tablet can lower your blood pressure too much when its use is combined with some anesthetics. So, tell your doctor that you're taking Normadate 100mg Tablet if you're going to be put to sleep using a general anesthetic or are scheduled to have any kind of major operation.
What happens on taking more than the recommended dose of Normadate 100mg Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Normadate 100mg Tablet can lead to a drop in blood pressure and slowing of the heart rate, difficulty breathing, or a drop in blood sugar, which can cause sweating or confusion. If you take too many tablets, tell your doctor immediately or contact the hospital emergency department nearest to you.
How long does Normadate 100mg Tablet take to work?
If you are taking Normadate 100mg Tablet for high blood pressure, it may lower your BP within 1-3 hours of taking it. You may not feel any different, but this does not mean that the medicine is not working, and it is important to keep taking it. On the other hand, if you are taking it for angina, it will probably take a few days for the medicine to reduce the pain. You may still have chest pain during this time or it may get worse.
