Carteolol ophthalmic
Generic name: carteolol ophthalmic [ kar-TEE-oh-lol-off-THAL-mik ]
Brand name: Ocupress
Dosage form: ophthalmic solution (1%)
Drug class:Ophthalmic glaucoma agents
What is carteolol ophthalmic?
Carteolol is a beta-blocker that reduces pressure inside the eye.
Carteolol ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat open-angle glaucoma and other causes of high pressure inside the eye.
Carteolol ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use carteolol ophthalmic 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 carteolol ophthalmic 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 carteolol ophthalmic?
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 carteolol ophthalmic 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 dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.
Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.
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