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Betoptik
Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
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Betoptic is a drug for the treatment of glaucoma.
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Pharmacodynamics
The active component of the drug is betaxolol. The effect of the drug is aimed at reducing IOP values. The active element has almost no resorptive effect and does not lead to the appearance of miosis.
Betoptic does not provoke accommodation spasms and hemeralopia, because it reduces the volume of aqueous humor produced.
The drug differs from miotics in that it does not cause the effect of fog or veil in the eyes.
The effect of the medicine lasts for 24 hours.
Use Betoptics during pregnancy
The medication should be prescribed during pregnancy or lactation with extreme caution.
Contraindications
Among the contraindications:
- sinus bradycardia;
- presence of severe hypersensitivity to betaxolol;
- CHF in the decompensated phase;
- AV block of 2-3 degree severity.
Caution is required when used in people with Raynaud's disease, diabetes mellitus or hyperthyroidism, and also when taking beta-blockers.
Side effects Betoptics
Common side effects after using the medication include insomnia and depressive neurosis.
Local symptoms: keratitis, itching in the conjunctiva, photophobia, and also allergic reactions, anisocoria, discomfort in the eye area and lacrimation.
Interactions with other drugs
An increased likelihood of additive reactions is observed when the drug is combined with orally administered β-blockers. The additive effect develops relative to the level of intraocular pressure and the systemic effect of β-blockers.
Reserpine, as well as other drugs that suppress the processes of catecholamine deposition, when combined with betaxolol, increase the likelihood of bradycardia, and at the same time reduce blood pressure values.
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Storage conditions
Betoptic should be kept in a place closed to small children; the bottle should be installed vertically. Temperature values are within the range of 8-30°C.
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Shelf life
Betoptic can be used within 36 months from the date of production of the therapeutic agent.
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Application for children
Betoptic should be used with great caution in pediatrics.
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Analogues
Analogues of the drug are Betoftan and Lokren with Xonef.
Reviews
Betoptic is considered to be a fairly effective pharmaceutical product – this is noted in many reviews left by patients.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Betoptik" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.