Ocupress

Generic name:carteolol ophthalmic [ kar-TEE-oh-lol-off-THAL-mik ]
Drug class:Ophthalmic glaucoma agents

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Dec 15, 2020. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Ocupress?

Carteolol is a beta-blocker that reduces pressure inside the eye.

Ocupress (for the eyes) is used to treat open-angle glaucoma and other causes of high pressure inside the eye.

Ocupress may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use Ocupress if you have asthma, severe COPD, or serious heart problems such as very slow heartbeats, heart failure, or "AV block."

Before taking this medicine

You should not use this Ocupress if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• asthma, or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD);

• slow heartbeats that have caused you to faint;

• severe heart failure; or

• a heart condition such as "AV block" (2nd or 3rd degree).

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• breathing problems such as bronchitis or emphysema;

• heart disease, congestive heart failure;

• diabetes;

• a stroke or blood clot;

• a thyroid disorder; or

• a muscle disorder such as myasthenia gravis.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How should I use Ocupress?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Do not use while wearing soft contact lenses. A preservative in Ocupress could permanently stain the lenses. Use the medicine at least 15 minutes before inserting your contact lenses.

Wash your hands before using eye medication.

To apply the eye drops: Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye and squeeze a drop into this pocket. Close your eyes for 1 or 2 minutes.

Use only the number of drops your doctor has prescribed.

Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated drop...