Betoptic eye drops 0.5% 5ml

Instruction for Betoptic

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Drug release form

Betoptic eye drops are a clear solution of a colorless or light yellow shade. The medicinal product is packaged in polymer bottles with a built-in dropper, the volume of which is 5 ml. The bottle is in the original cardboard box with an enclosed leaflet, where all the characteristics of the medication are noted.

Composition

The chemical compound betaxolol (betaxolol) is the active substance of Betoptic drops, which is a beta-blocker. The concentration of the active ingredient is 0.5%. Additional ingredients are represented by the following components:
    carboxypolymethylene (carbomer 974P);
    polystyrene sulfonic acid (PSSA);
    disodium salt of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (sodium edetate);
    beckons (mannitol);
    benzalkonium chloride;
    boric acid (orthoboric acid);
    concentrated hydrochloric acid (hydrochloric acid);
    purified water.
The manufacturer of Betoptic is the American company Alcon - the leader in the market of ophthalmic products.

Pharmachologic effect

Betaxolol has a selective effect, but it does not have local anesthetic and internal sympathomimetic activity. This ability of the substance is used to normalize intraocular pressure, both high and low. Recovery of IOP occurs due to a decrease in the production of tear fluid.
The hypotensive effect is observed 30-40 minutes after instillation. The maximum decrease in intraocular pressure is recorded after 2 hours. After a single instillation, the therapeutic effect lasts about 12 hours. Unlike many similar medicines, Betoptic does not interfere with the blood supply to the optic nerve.
Systemic absorption with topical application of drops is extremely low. The components of the drug are not detected in blood plasma, since they have a low threshold. Excreted from the body mainly by the kidneys along with urine.

Indications

Betoptic eye drops are intended for the treatment of pathological conditions accompanied by an increase in intraocular pressure. These include:
    ocular hypertension - a condition that can lead to the development of glaucoma;
    open-angle glaucoma - the accumulation of intraocular fluid as a result of a violation of its outflow.
The drug is used both in mono therapy and in combination with other drugs. The effectiveness of drops in patients with respiratory pathologies has been proven.

Contraindications

Betoptic eye drops have a lot of contraindications, they are prohibited for use in the presence of the following conditions and pathologies:
    high sensitivity to the components of the drug;
    children under 18 years of age;
    slowing down of the heart rate - sinus bradycardia;
    heart failure (acute, chronic);
    atrioventricular heart block II, III degree;
    sick sinus syndrome in patients with pacemakers;
    cardiogenic shock.
It is prescribed with caution to patients with obstructive bronchitis, myasthenia gravis, diabetes mellitus, thyrotoxicosis, Raynaud's syndrome, bronchial asthma. A relative contraindication is the exacerbation of chronic pathologies.
It is allowed to prescribe the medicine to pregnant and lactating women. All treatment should be under the supervision of a specialist, he also determines the dosage regimen.

Method of application, dosage

The instructions for use indicate the standard dosage - 1-2 drops in the sore eye up to 2 times a day, but not more often. The duration of therapy is determined only by an ophthalmologist. Sometimes the therapeutic effect is observed after 7-10 days from the start of treatment. Therefore, the first month is sure to control intraocular pressure.
The effectiveness of the drops also depends on how the instillation is carried out. Rules for using the drug:
    before instillation, wash hands thoroughly with soap;
    the closed bottle is shaken thoroughly;
    throw back their head and slightly pull back the lower eyelid;
    instillation is carried out (one click on the bottle - one drop).
In order to prevent the absorption of the drug into the systemic circulation, after instillation, the eyes are closed, the inner corner of the eye is pressed with a finger. If there is insufficient clinical compensation, the specialist can select other drugs.

Possible consequences

Undesirable consequences are often manifested by the organ of vision. These include:
    blurred vision;
    lacrimation;
    photophobia;
    redness;
    itching, burning;
    discharge from the eyes;
    feeling of discomfort, dryness.
Keratitis, conjunctivitis, asthenopia, blepharitis are infrequent adverse reactions.
With prolonged therapy or exceeding the dosage, the following undesirable consequences may occur:
    arrhythmia, tachycardia, bradycardia, hypotension;
    dizziness, tremors, headache;
    shortness of breath, dry cough, asthmatic attacks;
    nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dry mouth.
Alopecia, skin rash, decreased libido, depression, sleep disturbance, causeless anxiety, anaphylactic reactions, memory impairment, fatigue, pain in the chest area are additional symptoms that are rarely recorded.

Overdose

Overdose may be indicated by shortness of breath, bronchospasm, abnormal heart rhythm, and increased other side effects. If they appear, you must consult a doctor. Symptomatic inpatient treatment may be required.

Drug interactions

Calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, glycosides, antiarrhythmic drugs, parasympathomimetics are drugs that should not be combined with Betoptic drops. This combination can lead to local and systemic adverse reactions.

Special instructions

Special recommendations that should be read before using Betoptic drops:
    If a large amount of the medicinal solution accidentally gets into the eyes, they should be rinsed immediately with plenty of water.
    To avoid contamination of the medicinal composition, the dropper tip should not touch the mucous membrane and other surfaces.
    The preservative benzalkonium chloride can affect the structure of contact lenses. Therefore, before the procedure, the ophthalmic device is removed, you can put it on after 20-30 minutes.
    A combination of Betoptic drops with other local ophthalmic preparations is allowed, while adhering to an interval of at least 20 minutes.
    If, after instillation, the clarity of vision is impaired, you cannot get behind the wheel of a vehicle. You can drive a car only after the restoration of vision.
Drops Betoptic is strictly forbidden to use for the treatment of children under 18 years of age.

Shelf life

The shelf life of the medicinal solution in a closed bottle is 2 years, when opened - 4 weeks. Do not use after the expiration date indicated on the package!

Storage conditions

The optimal storage temperature range is 8-30 ° C. Store the drug out of the reach of children and pets.

Reviews

Tom, 36 years old
My grandmother has been suffering from open-angle glaucoma for a long time. Over the years, a bunch of remedies have been tried, including Betoptic, which copes with the problem better than other drugs. The doctor prescribes her a monthly course of using the drug, 1 drop 2-3 times a day. After a month of use, her condition improves. The grandmother does not dare to have an operation, she only uses this remedy when the disease worsens.
Elena, 30 years old
We have been familiar with these drops for a long time, we buy them regularly. They are effective, indispensable for people with eye problems. My mother has had intraocular pressure for 32 years, she underwent eye surgery (she had a cataract). Now he often suffers from the consequences of surgical intervention, he is saved only by them. My grandmother had glaucoma, she always buried them. So, I can recommend Betoptic.
Sergey Petrovich, 57 years old
Drops Betoptic is a rather serious drug that should be used only with the permission of a doctor. They were prescribed to me by an ophthalmologist to reduce intraocular pressure and prevent glaucoma. They did not work quickly, the pressure returned to normal after a week. There were no side effects during the treatment. Although at first I was very worried after reading the instructions of the "horror stories". I have not been using the drug for 2 months now, I control the pressure once every 2 weeks. During this time, no increase was observed. Therefore, I conclude that the drops are effective. Only positive feedback.

Terms of sell

You can buy Betoptic without a prescription from a doctor.