INTRODUCTION ABOUT GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET

GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET contains Labetalol which belongs to the group of medicines called Alpha, Beta Adrenergic Antagonists. It is used to manage hypertension and angina. It can also be used to control hypertension among pregnant women.

Hypertension (also known as high blood pressure) is a medical condition in which the force of the blood exerted against the walls of the artery remains very high and as a result it may lead to severe damage to the blood vessels supplying vital organs, such as heart, kidney or brain. If left unmanageed, it may cause serious complications such as heart attack, heart failure, stroke or even blindness.

Angina pectoris is a type of chest pain caused due to an inadequate supply of oxygen to the heart muscle. Symptoms include severe chest pain, tightness or heaviness with dizziness, fatigue, sweating, shortness of breath and fast heart rate.

Before taking GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any other types of anginas (such as Prinzmetal angina), psoriasis, diabetes or if you are scheduled for any surgery (including cataract surgery) in the upcoming days as a precaution.

GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with asthma, hypotension (low blood pressure) or shock. It is also not suitable for use in patients with heart block, history of heart attack or heart failure.

GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET should be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women only if considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

The most common side effects of taking GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET are difficulty in passing urine, problems in erection or ejaculation, dizziness and tingling sensation in the scalp. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect troubles you.

USES OF GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET

• Manage hypertension (including high blood pressure during pregnancy)
• Manage angina (chest pain)

HOW GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET WORKS

GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET is an alpha, beta-blocker. It works by blocking the actions of certain chemical messengers (such as adrenaline and noradrenaline) in our body that controls the functions of the heart, brain, kidneys and lungs. This action relaxes the blood vessels supplying the heart and improves blood flow and oxygen supply within them which helps in reducing chest pain (angina). It also reduces the strain on the heart and helps the heart to pump blood more efficiently with less pressure.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Try to take GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET at the same time each day. It is preferable to be taken after meals.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Do not stop taking GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET unless advised by your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS OF GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Dizziness:

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

• other medicines used in the management of hypertension and other heart problems (Ex. nifedipine, nisoldipine, nicardipine, isradipine, lacidipine, verapamil, diltiazem, hydralazine, clonidine, enalapril, lisinopril, ramipril, disopyramide, quinidine, amiodarone, isoprenaline, dobutamine, propafenone and digoxin)
• other beta-blockers (used to manage heart problems) Ex. atenolol, propranolol
• medicines used to manage diabetes (Ex. insulin, metformin)
• adrenaline (a medicine that can stimulate the heart)
• medicine used to relieve pain and inflammation (Ex. ibuprofen, indomethacin, hydrocortisone)
• medicines used to manage migraine headaches (Ex. ergotamine, dihydroergotamine or rizatriptan)
• medicine used in the management of mental illness (Ex. chlorpromazine, thioridazine, haloperidol)
• cimetidine, aluminium hydroxide gel (medicine used for stomach problems)
• barbiturates (medicine used to reduce anxiety and to induce sleep) Ex. phenobarbitone, pentobarbitone
• medicines used to manage depression (Ex. isocarboxazid, phenelzine, Selegiline, fluvoxamine and Tranylcypromine, amitriptyline)
• medicines used to manage malaria (Ex. mefloquine or quinine)
• alprostadil (a medicine used to manage impotence)
• moxisylyte (a medicine used to manage Raynaud’s disease)
• aldesleukin (a medicine used to manage secondary cancer of the kidney)
• contraceptive pills (birth control pills) Ex. ethinylestradiol

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose might include slow heartbeat, low blood pressure, breathing difficulties and decrease in blood sugar which can cause sweating and confusion.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Store GRAVIDOL 100MG TABLET at room temperature