Betaxolol Ophthalmic Medication Information
Discover comprehensive details about Betaxolol Ophthalmic, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.
The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.
Additionally, explore the Betaxolol Ophthalmic brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Betaxolol Ophthalmic Pronunciation : be tax' oh lol ICD Code : Y56.5 Therapeutic Classification : Antiglaucoma AgentsBrand Names or Trade Names of Betaxolol Ophthalmic
India :
Ocupres -B |
Optipres -S |
Ocubeta (Eye) (5ml) |
Bulol (Eye) |
Bexol Eye |
Betapress (Eye) (5ml) |
Optipres |
Iobet |
Glucoptic (Eye) (5ml) |
Nopres
International :
Betoptic, Betoptic S
Why is Betaxolol Ophthalmic Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an ophthalmic beta-blocker, prescribed for glaucoma. It works by decreasing the pressure in the eye.When should Betaxolol Ophthalmic not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with heart diseases/shock, asthma, severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Betaxolol Ophthalmic?
Ophthalmic - Ocular HPT; Open-angle glaucoma: As 0.25 or 0.5% soln: Instill 1 drop twice daily.How should Betaxolol Ophthalmic be taken?
It comes as eye drops to instill over affected eyes as directed by your physician.What are the warnings and precautions for Betaxolol Ophthalmic?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with respiratory or breathing problems, heart failure, diabetes, asthma, overactive thyroid, low blood sugar levels, blood flow problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid exposure to sunlight.
What are the side effects of Betaxolol Ophthalmic?
Eye - Photosensitivity, redness, itching sensation, inflammation, different pupil size, swelling, photophobia, blurred vision, foreign body sensation, dryness of the eyes, inflammation, discharge, pain, decreased visual acuity and crusty eyelashes.Heart - Slow heart rate, heart block and heart failure.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing, asthma, thickened bronchial secretions and respiratory failure.
Central Nervous System - Sleeplessness, dizziness, unsteadiness, headache, depression, drowsiness and increase in signs and symptoms of myasthenia gravis.
Miscellaneous - Hives, toxic skin necrolysis, hair loss and inflammation of tongue.
What are the other precautions for Betaxolol Ophthalmic?
It may affect blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly.Monitor eye pressure regularly while using this medication.
