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Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Betaxolol HCl 0.5%; oph soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.
Pharmacological Class
Cardioselective beta-blocker.
How Supplied
Soln—5mL, 10mL, 15mL
Manufacturer
Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Indications
Indications
Open-angle glaucoma. Ocular hypertension.
Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Dosage and Administration
Adult
1–2 drops in affected eye(s) twice daily. Concomitant therapy with pilocarpine and other miotics, and/or epinephrine and/or carbonic anhydrase inhibitors can be instituted if needed.
Children
Not established.
Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Contraindications
Contraindications
Sinus bradycardia. Greater than 1st-degree AV block. Cardiogenic shock. Overt cardiac failure.
Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
History of cardiac failure or heart block. Discontinue at 1st sign of cardiac failure. Asthma. Pulmonary impairment. Diabetes (esp. labile). May mask hypoglycemia and hyperthyroidism. May potentiate muscle weakness. Discontinue before general anesthesia. Avoid abrupt cessation. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Interactions
Interactions
May potentiate or be potentiated by systemic β-blockers. May potentiate reserpine, hypoglycemics. May antagonize adrenergic psychotropics.
Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Transient discomfort, tearing. Rarely: decreased corneal sensitivity, erythema, itch, corneal punctate staining, keratitis, anisocoria, photophobia, depression, headache, bradycardia, dyspnea, hives.
Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Clinical Trials
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Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Betoptic.
Betaxolol Hcl Ophthalmic Solution Patient Counseling
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