- Betagan
- What are the most common problems for which Betagan/Levobunolol is used?
- How does Betagan/Levobunolol work?
- Is any prescription required to get Betagan/Levobunolol?
- Dosages of Betagan/Levobunolol?
- What is the minimum duration for which Betagan/Levobunolol should be taken?
- Are there any side effects of Betagan/Levobunolol?
- Under what circumstances Betagan/Levobunolol should not be used?
- Under which storage conditions Betagan/Levobunolol should be kept?
- Major drug Manufacturers
- Similar drugs Betagan/Levobunolol
- From where can one get Betagan/Levobunolol?
- Why to buy Betagan/Levobunolol drug from Canada?
Betagan is belongs to the family of drugs known as an antiglaucoma agent (ophthalmic) or a beta-blocking agent medication commonly used to lower increased pressure in the eye. Betagan/Levobunolol works by decreasing the pressure in the eye. Betagan comes in category of drugs called also Levobunolol. Betagan is being manufactured by Allergan Australia Pty Ltd and is available in 10ml Eye Solution.
What are the most common problems for which Betagan/Levobunolol is used?
Betagan/Levobunolol is often used to lower increased pressure in the eye. Betagan/Levobunolol eye drops to control increased pressure in the eye or to treat an acute increase in pressure that can occur after eye operations.
Betagan/Levobunolol is used for the treatment and prevention or helps to relieve open-angle glaucoma.
Betagan/Levobunolol is useful for the treatment and prevention or relief of eye hypertension.
Betagan/Levobunolol may also be used for relieve other conditions that determined by your doctor's or consultant.
How does Betagan/Levobunolol work?
Betagan/Levobunolol is belongs to the family of drugs known as an antiglaucoma agent (ophthalmic) or a beta-blocking agent medication commonly used to lower increased pressure in the eye. Betagan/Levobunolol works by decreasing the pressure in the eye. Betagan/Levobunolol blocks beta-receptors in the heart, lungs and other areas of the body. When given as eye drops, Betagan/Levobunolol acts on receptors in the blood vessels of the eye and causes them to constrict. This lessens the amount of watery fluid (aqueous humour) that passes out of the blood vessels into the eye-ball. Betagan/Levobunolol also blocks the area of the eye that actively produces aqueous humour. Betagan/Levobunolol is also used to treat glaucoma, a condition where the fluid drainage from the eye is impaired, resulting in fluid build-up and increased pressure in the eye. Polyvinyl alcohol is added as a lubricant that helps prevent irritation caused by the eye drops.
Is any prescription required to get Betagan/Levobunolol?
Yes, prescription is necessary, one most not to use Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution without prescription. Some times in such conditions Betagan/Levobunolol is more harmful for health so, it is better to use Betagan/Levobunolol under doctor's guidance or according to your medical consultant.
Dosages of Betagan/Levobunolol?
Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution always takes under doctor's guidance. The recommended doses of Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution will be different for different patients, according to the requirements of each patient; you continue to take it for as long as your doctor prescribes, please shake well before use it. Betagan/Levobunolol works best when taken long term. If you can not tolerate the recommended dosage, your doctor can prescribe a dose that sufficient for you.
What is the minimum duration for which Betagan/Levobunolol should be taken?
The duration of taking Betagan/Levobunolol is not constant; it depends according to the problem. Your doctor or consultant can describe you better about the time period for which duration Betagan/Levobunolol should be taken or until the medication is deemed effective. Betagan/Levobunolol used three times a day in affected eye.
Are there any side effects of Betagan/Levobunolol?
Possible side effects that occur during the use of Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution :
- Allergic reaction
- Irritation in area of use
- Alteration in taste
- Burning sensation
- Stinging on application
- Eye stinging
- Eye irritation
- Eye itching
- Redness of Eye
- Eye sensitivity to light
- Headache
- Unpleasant taste
- Nasal congestion
- Itching of eye
- Redness of inner lining of eyelid
- Swelling of eyelid
- Tearing of eye
- Ache or pain in eye
- Bloody eye
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Oozing in eye
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Sneezing
- Swelling of eye
Under what circumstances Betagan/Levobunolol should not be used?
If you have an allergy to Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution or any other ingredients of this medicine, then should not be used.
If you have suffering to the problem of heart or blood vessel disease, Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution should not be used without consulting of doctor.
If you have suffering to the problem of Myasthenic conditions, Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution should not be used without consulting of doctor.
If you have suffering to the problem of diabetes, Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution should not be used without consulting of doctor.
If you have suffering to the problems of asthma or chronic bronchitis, Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution should not be used without consulting of doctor.
If you have suffering to the problems of emphysema or other lung disease, Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution should not be used without consulting of doctor.
If you are contact lens wearers, Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution should not be used without consulting of doctor.
If you are using Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution, do not use other eye medication without consulting of doctor.
If you have suffering to pregnancy or plan to be pregnant, Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution should not be used without consulting of doctor.
If you have suffering to breastfeeding, Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution should not be used without consulting of doctor.
Under which storage conditions Betagan/Levobunolol should be kept?
Betagan/Levobunolol should be stored in cupboard at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not store Betagan/Levobunolol Eye Solution in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Keep always Betagan/Levobunolol medicine out of the reach of children.
- Allergan Australia Pty Ltd
- Alcon Laboratories Inc.
- Merck Sharp & Dohme Pharmaceuticals
- Merck Frosst Canada & Co
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From where can one get Betagan/Levobunolol?
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Why to buy Betagan/Levobunolol drug from Canada?
It is cheaper to buy Betagan/Levobunolol from Online Canadian Pharmacy, because Canadian government regulates the prices of Betagan/Levobunolol and also because of the very common reason of exchange rate. Since, the Canadian dollar is cheaper as compared to the US Dollars, so one can buy more Betagan/Levobunolol from Canada, there by saving a lot of money.
