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Levobunolol Hcl is used to reduce pressure in the eye caused by glaucoma or other eye conditions.
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Betagan
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How To Use |
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Precautions |
Missed Dose |
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levobunolol Hcl
Betagan
Uses
Levobunolol Hcl is used to reduce pressure in the eye caused by glaucoma or other eye conditions.
Storage
- Store at room temperature away from sunlight.
- Avoid freezing.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Levobunolol Hcl may be harmful if swallowed.
- Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, slow heart rate, or breathing difficulties.
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Levobunolol HCl |
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How To Use
- To instill eye drops, wash hands first.
- To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or let it touch your eye.
- Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch.
- Place dropper directly over eye and administer the prescribed number of drops.
- Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Try not to blink and do not rub the eye.
- Do not rinse the dropper.
- For maximum effect, Levobunolol Hcl must be used routinely as prescribed.
Side Effects
- Levobunolol Hcl may temporarily sting your eyes for a minute or two when you first use it.
- If stinging persists or becomes bothersome, inform your doctor.
- Vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable after applying drops.
- Use caution driving or performing duties requiring clear vision.
- Notify your doctor if you experience any of these rarely occurring side effects: dizziness, drowsiness, depression, irregular or slow heartbeat.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Levobunolol Hcl, seek immediate medical attention.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: diabetes, thyroid disorders, muscle weakness disorders, breathing problems, heart problems, any allergies.
- If you are scheduled for surgery that requires anesthesia, tell the doctor treating you that you use Levobunolol Hcl.
- If you have eye surgery, injury or infection consult your eye doctor about continued use of this current eye drop bottle.
- Levobunolol Hcl should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Levobunolol Hcl may be excreted into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you should miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
- However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume regular dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: other drugs used for glaucoma, theophylline, drugs used for high blood pressure, heart drugs, diabetes drugs, drugs used for colds or nasal congestion.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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