How is IV labetalol given?

Administration of continuous IV infusion: Dilute 100mg of labetalol in 30mL of sodium chloride 0.9% and delivery through a syringe driver. Infuse via a dedicated peripheral or central lumen. Do not attach to a two way infusion as an inadvertent bolus may be delivered. Commence infusion at 10 mL/hour (20mg/hour).

How do you dilute labetalol for infusion?

A labetalol infusion solution containing 1mg/ml needs to be used. This solution can be made by diluting the contents of four 10ml ampoules (200mg) to 200ml with Sodium Chloride and Dextrose Injection, 5% dextrose Intravenous Infusion, Potassium Chloride and Glucose solution or Ringer Lactate.

How do you inject labetalol?

An alternative method of administering labetalol is intravenous infusion of a solution made by diluting the contents of two ampoules (200mg) to 200ml with Sodium Chloride and Dextrose Injection BP or 5% Dextrose Intravenous Infusion BP. The resultant infusion solution contains 1mg/ml of labetalol hydrochloride.

How long does it take for labetalol IV to work?

Unlike other β-blockers, labetalol does not reduce cardiac output. When administered intravenously it has a rapid onset of action (2 to 5 minutes), with peak hypotensive effect occurring within 5 to 10 minutes and the effect lasting 2 to 4 hours.

What are the risks of taking labetalol?

People with congestive heart failurewho take labetalol are at increased risk for the condition becoming worse.

Does labetalol affect heart rate?

In short-term, acute situations, labetalol decreases blood pressure by decreasing systemic vascular resistance with little effect on stroke volume, heart rate and cardiac output. During long-term use, labetalol can reduce heart rate during exercise while maintaining cardiac output by an increase in stroke volume.

Does labetalol raise blood sugar?

Yes, Labetalol can affect blood sugar levels, I did some research on that. You may do better by not taking your meds before the 3 hour test. But it’s also true what others say about the 1 hour test, it has a high false positive rate so you’ll probably pass the 3 hour just fine!

What is labetalol prescribed for?

Labetalol is used to treat high blood pressure. Labetalol is in a class of medications called beta blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing heart rate to improve blood flow and decrease blood pressure.