Labetalol dosing
Antihypertensives · 5 mg/mL · IV Push
Calculated, not generatedWeight-based dose
| Dose | Per kg | For 70 kg |
|---|---|---|
| low | 0.1 mg/kg | 7 mg |
| standard | 0.25 mg/kg | 17.5 mg |
| high | 0.5 mg/kg | 35 mg |
Typical bolus: 10-20 mg
Renal & hepatic adjustment
No drug-specific organ adjustment in our database — use clinical judgment and verify against the label.
Onset, duration & pearls
Onset2-5 min
Duration2-4 hr
Side effects: Bradycardia, Bronchospasm, Heart block.
- Alpha:beta ratio 1:7 IV
- Avoid in severe asthma/2nd-3rd degree heart block
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Get the exact dose for your patient
Vigil computes Labetalol for your patient's actual weight — and adjusts for renal or hepatic impairment automatically, with the cited rationale. The number is calculated from a verified database, never guessed.
Decision support for licensed clinicians — not a substitute for clinical judgment. Always verify against the package insert and the patient in front of you.