BetopticS

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BetopticS Betaxolol (Betoptics 0.25% eye drops

Prescription Drug Information, Side Effects & Interactions for BetopticS

Uses
This medication is used to reduce pressure in the eye caused by glaucoma or other eye conditions.

Notes

Discard the solution if it turns brown.

Storage

Store at room temperature away from sunlight.
Avoid freezing.

BetopticS

How To Use

HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: To instill eye drops, wash hands first.
To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye.
Shake bottle well before using.
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, this medication must be used routinely as prescribed.

Side Effects

This medication 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.
On rare occasions dizziness, drowsiness, depression, breathing difficulties, irregular or slow heartbeat may occur.
Notify your doctor if you experience any of these effects.
In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or 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 and of any allergies you may have.
If you are scheduled for surgery that requires anesthesia, tell the doctor treating you that you use this medication.
Betaxolol should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is unknown if betaxolol is excreted into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual 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 diuretics; cold preparations and nasal decongestants; reserpine, heart medications and of drugs used for high blood pressure.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.