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Levobunolol overview
BRAND NAMES:
Betagan
Generic Names:
Levobunolol Hcl
Uses:
Lowers pressure inside the eye caused by glaucoma or hypertension in the eye. This medicine is a beta blocker.
Therapeutic Classes:
Antiglaucoma
Forms:
Drop, Liquid
How it’s taken:
Into the eye
What is Levobunolol used for?
What form(s) does Levobunolol come in
Drop
Liquid
What are common Levobunolol doses?
Bottle 5ML of 0.5%
Common Levobunolol prescriptions
Levobunolol HCl
10ml of 0.5% bottleLevobunolol HCl
15ml of 0.5% bottleLevobunolol HCl
5ml of 0.5% bottle
How to take Levobunolol
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Ophthalmic routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
Ophthalmic routeShake the eye drops well just before each use.
Ophthalmic routeLie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.
Ophthalmic routeTo use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away. Keep the bottle upright when you are not using it.
If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using this medicine. You may insert them again after 15 minutes.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Ophthalmic routeLie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.
If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using this medicine. You may insert them again after 15 minutes.
Ophthalmic routeTo use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away. Keep the bottle upright when you are not using it.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Ophthalmic routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
Ophthalmic routeShake the eye drops well just before each use.
What to do if you miss a dose of Levobunolol
Do not put in two doses at the same time.
If you use the eye drops once a day, apply as soon as possible. If not remembered till next day, apply only once that day.
If you use the eye drops more than once a day, apply as soon as possible unless it is close to the time for the next dose. If almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.
Levobunolol contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use if you had an allergic reaction to levobunolol, a similar medicine, or sulfites, or if you have asthma, severe COPD, heart failure, heart rhythm problems, slow heartbeat, or a history of asthma.
Levobunolol warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have heart disease, diabetes, an overactive thyroid, lung or breathing problems, blood vessel problems (including Raynaud phenomenon), myasthenia gravis, or a history of heart failure.
Ophthalmic routeIf you hurt your eye, develop an eye infection, or need to have eye surgery, talk with your doctor right away. You may need to change your medicine or stop using it.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Swelling of legs or ankles
Hallucinations
Fever or sore throat
Levobunolol interactions
Do not use this medicine if you are also using a beta-blocker medicine that is taken by the mouth.
Some medicines can affect how levobunolol works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Digitalis, reserpineBlood pressure medicineInsulin or other diabetes medicineMedicine to treat depression
Talk with your doctor before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Levobunolol side effects
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
Chest pain, trouble breathing
Muscle weakness
Severe eye irritation or inflammation
Slow, uneven heartbeat
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Fever or sore throat
Cold hands and feet
Less Serious Side Effects
Tingling or pain in your fingers or toes when exposed to cold temperature
Nervousness
Dizziness, drowsiness, or confusion
Nausea
Stinging or burning of the eye
Eye that is sensitive to light
Cold hands and feet
Problems having sex
Redness, itching or watery eye(s)
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