Betaxolol ophthalmic

Generic name: betaxolol ophthalmic [ bay-TAX-oh-lol-off-THAL-mik ]
Brand names: Betoptic S, Betoptic
Dosage forms: ophthalmic solution (0.5%); ophthalmic suspension (0.25%)
Drug class:Ophthalmic glaucoma agents

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Feb 7, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is betaxolol ophthalmic?

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

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

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

Warnings

You should not use betaxolol ophthalmic if you have a serious heart condition or slow heartbeats.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to betaxolol, or if you have:

• a serious heart condition such as "sick sinus syndrome" or "AV block" (2nd or 3rd degree);

• severe heart failure; or

• a history of slow heartbeats that have caused you to faint.

To make sure betaxolol ophthalmic is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

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

• a history of heart disease or congestive heart failure;

• diabetes;

• a thyroid disorder;

• a history of severe allergies;

• blood circulation problems or peripheral vascular disease such as Raynaud's syndrome;

• a muscle disorder such as myasthenia gravis; or

• a condition for which you take another beta-blocker medicine.

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

It is not known whether betaxolol ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use betaxolol ophthalmic?

Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use betaxolol ophthalmic in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

The usual dose of this medicine is 1 drop into the affected eye 2 times per day. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.

Shake the eyedrops well just before using them.

Do not use this medicine while wearin...