LABETALOL hydrochloride, 200mg, tab.
STD
DORALABE2T-
Valid Article
Account code:
60000
HS Code:
300490
Last Updated on:
18/03/2026, 22:03:49
Former
Code(s):
-X
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
C07AG01
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
Thermosensitive codes are defined for storage and transportation temperature requirements of the products.
LABETALOL
- Not in the WHO list of Essential Medicines 2025
Therapeutic Action
Non cardioselective beta-blocker
Indications
Gestational and chronic hypertension in pregnant women
Instructions for use
Both strengths, 100 mg (DORALABE1T-) and 200 mg (DORALABE2T-), must be ordered to enable initiation and dose adjustment, as +the 200 mg tablet is not breakable.
Labetalol is considered as the first-line treatment for hypertension in pregnancy, with Nifedipine as the second alternative and methyldopa as the third due to more side effects and lower effectiveness.
Precautions for Use
After birth, monitor the neonate closely for bradycardia and hypoglycaemia.
Contraindicated in uncontrolled asthma and in heart failure.
Storage
Below 25°C ‐ Protect from sunlight ‐ Protect from humidity