Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Dosage Of Labetalol For Regularizing BP Levels
Approx 6 weeks ago I started taking Labetalol for high blood pressure. So now by blood pressure is all over the place , 113/55 pulse 95, 88/53 pulse 93, 95/52 pulse 95, 101/55 pulse 96. Prior to this I have had high blood pressure 160/75, 168/80, etc. I am a 74 year old woman. I am now taking 100mg twice a day. Should I be concerned? Thank you very much.
posted on
Sun, 17 Jul 2016
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Wed, 11 Sep 2019
Answered on
Wed, 11 Sep 2019
Last reviewed on
Hello,
The dose of Labetalol you are using is appropriate. Normally, it is started at 100 mg twice a day and may be increased by 100 mg every 2-3 days in case there is a need.
In your case, your blood pressure is quite low, so I would not recommend you to increase the dose. I would recommend you to go on with the same dose, make sure you eat and drink well during the day and rest as needed.
If you notice that you are not feeling better in a week or so, you may need to let your doctor know and possibly have your heart checked again. An ECG would be necessary and possibly a heart ultrasound as well.
I hope this answers your query. I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
The dose of Labetalol you are using is appropriate. Normally, it is started at 100 mg twice a day and may be increased by 100 mg every 2-3 days in case there is a need.
In your case, your blood pressure is quite low, so I would not recommend you to increase the dose. I would recommend you to go on with the same dose, make sure you eat and drink well during the day and rest as needed.
If you notice that you are not feeling better in a week or so, you may need to let your doctor know and possibly have your heart checked again. An ECG would be necessary and possibly a heart ultrasound as well.
I hope this answers your query. I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
2 Doctors agree with this answer
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....