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betaxolol-eye

This medication is used for patients with ocular hypertension (high blood pressure in the eye) or chronic open angle glaucoma (painless condition which can affect your eye due to pressure on a nerve on the optic nerve in the eye).

Contradications

This medication is contraindicated in patients with sinus bradycardia (slow regular heartbeat) cardiogenic shock (heart cannot pump enough blood to the brain, kidneys and other vital organs), uncompensated cardiac failure (failure of the heart to pump out or accommodate the normal levels of blood) and soft lenses.

Side effects

Transient (temporary) discomfort. Rarely erythema (redness), blurred vision, headache and other effects.  Consult your doctor for further information.

Expert Advice

  • Wash your hands properly before using this medication.
  • Shake the suspension well before use.
  • Avoid touching tip of the applicator with eye.

FAQs

How often should I take this medication as an adult?

You should take 1 drop twice daily as recommended by your doctor.

Can children use this medication?

No, this medication is not recommended in children.

What should I do if I feel no improvement in my symptoms?

Contact the doctor if there is eye pain, changes in vision, no improvement or worsening of condition.

How should I take this medication?

To instill the medication into eyes, tilt your head back, look upward m instill drops into the eye. Close eye and roll the eyeball in all directions. Do not blink for 30 seconds. Apply gentle pressure to the inner corner of the eye for 30 seconds.

Can I share this medication with anyone else?

No, do not share this medication with anyone else.

Medicines containing betaxolol-eye

Betoptic-S Eye Drop 0.25% 5 ml

By Alcon Pharma

Pack size: 1

Rs.618