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BETAGAN

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Generic Name for BETAGAN

Levobunolol HCl 0.5%; oph. soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.

Legal Classification:

Rx

Pharmacological Class for BETAGAN

Noncardioselective β-blocker.

Manufacturer of BETAGAN

Allergan

Indications for BETAGAN

Open-angle glaucoma.

Adult dose for BETAGAN

1–2 drops of 0.5% 1–2 times daily.

Children's dosing for BETAGAN

Not recommended.

Contraindications for BETAGAN

Bronchial asthma. Severe COPD. Sinus bradycardia. 2nd- or 3rd-degree AV block. Overt cardiac failure. Cardiogenic shock.

Warnings/Precautions for BETAGAN

Diabetes. Hyperthyroidism. Diminished pulmonary function. Angle-closure glaucoma. Myasthenia. Withdraw gradually before surgery. Discontinue at first sign of cardiac failure. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.

Interactions for BETAGAN

Additive effects with systemic β-blockers, reserpine. Mydriasis with epinephrine.

Adverse Reactions for BETAGAN

Systemic absorption (bronchospasm, cardiac failure), transient ocular burning, stinging, blepharoconjunctivitis, bradycardia, hypotension, iridocyclitis, headache, transient ataxia, dizziness, lethargy, urticaria, pruritus, decreased corneal sensitivity.

How is BETAGAN supplied?

Soln 0.5%— 5mL, 15mL

Related Disease:

Glaucoma

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