Definition of Labetalol

1. Noun. Antihypertensive drug (trade names Trandate and Normodyne) that blocks alpha and beta-adrenergic receptors of the sympathetic nervous system (leading to a decrease in blood pressure).

Exact synonyms: Labetalol Hydrochloride, Normodyne, Trandate
Generic synonyms: Antihypertensive, Antihypertensive Drug, Blocker, Blocking Agent

Definition of Labetalol

1. Noun. A mixed alpha/beta adrenergic antagonist, which is used to treat high blood pressure. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Labetalol

1. 2-hydroxy-5-(1-hydroxy-2-((1-methyl-3-phenylpropyl)amino) ethyl)benzamide. Blocker of both alpha- and beta-adrenergic receptors that is used as an antihypertensive. Pharmacological action: adrenergic alpha-antagonists, adrenergic beta-antagonists, antihypertensive agents, sympatholytics. Chemical name: Benzamide, 2-hydroxy-5-(1-hydroxy-2-((1-methyl-3-phenylpropyl)amino)ethyl)- (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Labetalol

labelled thyroxine
labeller
labellers
labelless
labelling
labelloid
labellum
labellums
labelmate
labelmates
labels
labent
laberinth
laberinths
laberynth
labetalol (current term)
labetalol hydrochloride
labetuzumab

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