Review the side-effects of Betaxolol Ophthalmic as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
Monitor eye pressure regularly while using this medication.
Betoptic, Betoptic S
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
Other Precautions :
It may affect blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly.Monitor eye pressure regularly while using this medication.
Drug Name : Betaxolol Ophthalmic
Betaxolol Ophthalmic(Betoptic) generic is an ophthalmic beta-blocker, prescribed for glaucoma. It works by decreasing the pressure in the eye.Trade Names for Betaxolol Ophthalmic
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Betoptic, Betoptic S
