Do not use Trandate (labetalol)
Do not use Trandate if you have asthma, very low blood pressure, a serious heart condition (such as AV block – 2nd or 3rd degree, or uncontrolled heart failure), or an allergy to labetalol.
Trandate is not approved for use in those under the age of 18.
Dose adjustment or special pre-cautions
To determine your dose, it is important to tell your doctor if you have ever had congestive heart failure, angina, liver disease, emphysema, chronic bronchitis (or other breathing problems), pheochromocytoma, diabetes, coronary artery bypass surgery, kidney disease, or allergies.
Risks
This medication can affect your pupils; this is important to know if you are having cataract surgery; tell your surgeon that you are taking Trandate.
It is not known if this medication will cause harm to an unborn baby. However, this medication can cause low blood pressure, low blood sugar, slow heartbeats, and/or breathing problems in a newborn if used during pregnant. Those who are pregnant should tell your doctor before starting treatment.
Breast milk may not be safe for infants if the mother is using Trandate. Ask your doctor about the risks.