Tag: Hypertension in pregnancy

It's estimated that the number of people with hypertension worldwide will rise to over 1.56 billion by 2025 [1.9.1]. In managing this condition, a key question is: **why is labetalol preferred** for specific, critical situations like hypertensive emergencies and use during pregnancy? [1.5.1]

The use of any medication during pregnancy requires a careful risk-benefit analysis, especially since a drug like triamterene has not been proven safe through adequate and controlled human studies. Its use is generally discouraged unless the potential benefits significantly outweigh the risks to the developing fetus.