Betaxolol
Information about Betaxolol
Betaxolol uses
Betaxolol is used in the treatment of ocular hypertension and glaucoma.
How betaxolol works
Betaxolol is a beta blocker. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Common side effects of betaxolol
Eye discomfort, Blurred vision, Headache, Increased lacrimation, Punctate keratitis, Corneal inflammation, Conjunctivitis, Eyelid inflammation, Visual impairment, Photophobia, Eye pain, Dry eye, Eye fatigue, Eye twitching, Eye itching, Eye discharge, Crusting in eyelids, Eye inflammation, Eye irritation, Conjunctival disorder, Conjunctival edema, Ocular hyperemia, Slow heart rate, Fast heart rate, Asthma, Breathlessness, Nausea, Anxiety, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Depression, Fainting, Cataract, Decreased corneal sensitivity, Eyelid redness, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Cough, Taste change, Dermatitis, Hair loss
Available Medicine for Betaxolol
Expert advice for Betaxolol
- Betaxolol helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
- Notify your doctor if you have lung or heart diseases as Betaxolol may worsen these conditions.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Frequently asked questions for Betaxolol
Betaxolol
Q. What does Betaxolol do?
Betaxolol reduces the pressure inside the eyes, known as intraocular pressure. This helps to reduce the risk of damage to the optic nerve responsible for normal vision. If the pressure in the eye is not controlled, it can gradually lead to blindness. Betaxolol effectively controls ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma by decreasing the pressure in the eyes.
Q. How should you use Betaxolol?
Betaxolol should be used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Betaxolol eye drops are usually instilled once or twice a day at evenly spaced intervals, until the pressure in the eye is controlled (about 4 weeks). After that, it can be instilled once a day or as advised by the doctor. Follow the directions of your doctor carefully, and ask your doctor to explain any part you do not understand.
Q. What are the side effects of Betaxolol?
Betaxolol may cause side effects such as blurred vision and headache. Some other side effects of this medicine include watery eyes, redness of the eye, eye irritation, burning or discomfort. If any of these side effects bother you, please consult your doctor.