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Some commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S.--
Another commonly used name is
L-betaxolol+ Not commercially available in Canada.
Levobetaxolol((lee-voh-be-TAKS-oh-lol) ) is used to treat glaucoma and other conditions of the eye in which the pressure in the eye is too high (ocular hypertension).
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form:
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of using the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For levobetaxolol, the following should be considered:
Allergies--Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to levobetaxolol or any other beta-adrenergic receptor blocking agent. Also tell your health care professional if you are allergic to any other substances, such as foods, preservatives, or dyes.
Pregnancy--Levobetaxolol has not been studied in pregnant women. However, studies in animals have shown that levobetaxolol causes birth defects and fertility problems. Before taking this medicine, make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or if you may become pregnant.
Breast-feeding--It is not known whether levobetaxolol passes into human breast milk. Although most medicines pass into breast milk in small amounts, many of them may be safely used while breast-feeding. Mothers who are taking this medicine and wish to breast-feed should discuss this with their doctor.
Children--Studies on this medicine have been done only in adult patients. There is no specific information comparing use of levobetaxolol in children with use in other age groups.
Older adults--This medicine has been tested and has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults.
Other medicines--Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking levobetaxolol, it is especially important that your health care professional know if you are taking any of the following:
Other medical problems--The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of levobetaxolol. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
If you wear contact lenses, make sure you take them out before using this medicine .
Shake the medicine well before using it.
To use :
Dosing--The dose of ophthalmic levobetaxolol may be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of levobetaxolol. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
Missed dose-- If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage--To store this medicine:
It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits , to make sure that this medicine is working and to check for unwanted effects.
Before you have any kind of surgery, dental treatment, or emergency treatment, tell the medical doctor or dentist in charge that you are using this medicine . Using levobetaxolol during this time may cause an increased risk of side effects.
This medicine may cause blurred vision. It also may cause some people to become dizzy or lightheaded. Make sure that you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert or able to see well.
For patients with diabetes:
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Difficult breathing, labored breathing, tightness in chest, wheezing, or shortness of breath; fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat; slow or irregular heartbeat
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Accidental injury; ankle, knee, or great toe pain; ankle, knee, or great toe swelling; bloody or cloudy urine; blurred or decreased vision; breast pain; confusion, faintness, or lightheadedness; cough, mucus-producing; difficult, burning, or painful urination; dizziness; dry, puffy skin; earache, buzzing, or ringing in ears; fatigue with or without increased hunger, increased thirst, or increased urination; feeling of constant movement; fever or chills; headache with pounding in ears; loss of appetite; lower back or side pain; muscle stiffness or tightness; pain or tenderness around eyes or cheekbones; red, scaling, or crusted skin; runny or stuffy nose; weight gain
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.
More Common
Eye pain and discomfort (when the medicine is applied)
Less common
Acid or sour stomach, with belching; change in taste; constipation; cough; difficulty in swallowing; dry skin; dryness or soreness of throat; ear pain; feeling very anxious or nervous; headache; heartburn and indigestion; hoarseness; pain, redness, warmth, or swelling of muscles; pain, swelling , redness, or stiffness of joints; thinning or loss of hair
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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