Efficacy and safety of labetalol vs. Hydralazine in pregnant women with severe hypertension

Labetalol showed better overall efficacy, while hydralazine provided faster BP control with higher adverse effects. Labetalol is recommended for sustained BP management, and hydralazine for rapid BP reduction.

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Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences
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2026-01-06
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https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.42.1.12247
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Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies
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Efficacy and safety of labetalol vs. Hydralazine in pregnant women with severe hypertension

Natasha Bushra, Naila Fayyaz, Tayyiba Wasim
Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences
Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies
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Efficacy and safety of labetalol vs. Hydralazine in pregnant women with severe hypertension

Natasha Bushra, Naila Fayyaz, Tayyiba Wasim
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Abstract

Labetalol showed better overall efficacy, while hydralazine provided faster BP control with higher adverse effects. Labetalol is recommended for sustained BP management, and hydralazine for rapid BP reduction.

Pakistan Journal of Medical SciencesVol. 42(1)
Services Institute of Medical Sciences (PK), Allama Iqbal Medical College (PK), Post Graduate Medical Institute (PK)
Good health and well-being
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Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies
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