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Optaloc 0.5%

Eye Drop - (0.50%)
arogga-brand
Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Generic: Betaxolol 0.5% Eye prep
৳ 184.54
৳ 201
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Safety Advices
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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Optaloc 0.5% may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Optaloc 0.5% is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE
Optaloc 0.5% may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Medicine Overview of Optaloc 0.5% 0.50% Eye Drop

Introduction
Optaloc 0.5% is a medicine used to treat elevated intraocular pressure (high pressure inside the eye) in people with ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma. It lowers the pressure in the eye by decreasing the production of fluid and reduces the risk of vision loss. Always wash your hands before using Optaloc 0.5%. Use only the number of drops that your doctor has prescribed and wait for about five minutes between each drop. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before using the drops and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back in. If you...
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Uses of Optaloc 0.5%
  • Ocular hypertension
  • Glaucoma
Side effects of Optaloc 0.5%
Common
  • Eye discomfort
  • Headache
  • Watery eyes
  • Blurred vision
How to use Optaloc 0.5%
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Optaloc 0.5% works
Optaloc 0.5% is a beta blocker. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Quick Tips
  • Optaloc 0.5% 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 Optaloc 0.5% 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.
Brief Description
Indication
Glaucoma, Ocular hypertension
Adult Dose
Ophthalmic Open-angle glaucoma Adult: Instil 1 drop of 0.5% solution bid. Ocular hypertension Adult: Instil 1 drop of 0.5% solution bid.
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Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.Sinus bradycardia, cardiogenic shock, overt cardiac failure. Pregnancy .
Mode of Action
Betaxolol is a cardioselective beta-blocker which has greater affinity for beta1-receptors and has little or no effect on beta2-receptors. It lacks intrinsic sympathomimetic but has little membrane-stabilising activity. It also causes the reduction of intraocular pressure by decreasing the production of aqueous humour.
Precaution
DM, renal or hepatic impairment. May mask signs of hypoglycemia & hyperthyroidism. Gradual withdrawal is recommended. Children. Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
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Side Effect
>10% Ocular effects Short term discomfort (<25%) Frequency Not Defined Ocular Blurred vision,Corneal punctate keratitis,Itching and/or foreign body sensation erythema,Inflammation,Ocular pain and/or discharge,Ocular drynes,Photophobia Systemic Bradycardia, congestive heart failure, heart block,Depression, dizziness, headache, insomnia, lethargy, vertigo,Hair loss, hives, toxic epidermal necrolysis Glossitis,Bronchospasm, dyspnea,Increase in signs and symptoms of myasthenia gravis
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Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
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Interaction
Increased risk of bradycardia w/ digitalis glycosides. May cause mydriasis w/ epinephrine. Potential additive effect w/ oral Ca channel blockers, alpha-adrenergic blockers, antiarrhythmics (including amiodarone), parasympathomimetics, guanethidine. Increased risk of myocardial depression and hypotension w/ peripheral muscle relaxants (e.g. tubocurarine).
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2911 People recently viewed this

Optaloc 0.5%

Eye Drop - (0.50%)
arogga-brand
Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Generic: Betaxolol 0.5% Eye prep
৳ 184.54
৳ 201
8% OFF
Add to Cart

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The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts.