Betoptic S Side Effects

Generic name: betaxolol ophthalmic

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 7, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Betoptic S.

Applies to betaxolol ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution, ophthalmic suspension Side Effects associated with betaxolol ophthalmic. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Betoptic S.

Applies to betaxolol ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution, ophthalmic suspension.

Precautions

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure this medicine is working properly and to check for unwanted effects.

If itching, redness, swelling, or other signs of eye or eyelid irritation occur, check with your doctor. These signs may mean that you are allergic to this medicine.

Betaxolol may cause heart failure in some patients. Check with your doctor right away if you are having chest pain or discomfort, dilated neck veins, extreme fatigue, irregular breathing, an irregular heartbeat, swelling of the face, fingers, feet, or lower legs, trouble breathing, or weight gain.

This medicine may cause changes in your blood sugar levels. Also, this medicine may cover up signs of low blood sugar, such as a rapid pulse rate. Check with your doctor if you have these problems or if you notice a change in the results of your blood or urine sugar tests.

Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before having surgery.

Check with your doctor right away if you have changes in vision, flashes of light, or floaters in vision. These may be symptoms of choroidal detachment (bleeding inside the eye).

This medicine may cause blurred vision or other vision problems. If any of these occur, do not drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not able to see well. If these reactions are especially bothersome, check with your doctor.

Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.

Serious side effects of Betoptic S

Along with its needed effects, betaxolol ophthalmic (the active ingredient contained in Betoptic S) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking betaxolol ophthalmic:

Other side effects of Betoptic S

Some side effects of betaxolol ophthalmic may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

For healthcare professionals

Applies to betaxolol ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution, ophthalmic suspension.

General adverse events

The most commonly reported side effect was eye discomfort.^[Ref]

Ocular

• Very common (10% or more): Eye discomfort (16%)
• Common (1% to 10%): Foreign body sensation in eyes
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Tearing on instillation of the drops, punctate keratitis, asthenopia, eye discharge, eyelid margin crusting, conjunctival disorder, conjunctival edema, ocular hyperemia
• Rare (less than 0.1%): Signs and symptoms of ocular irritation (e.g., burning, stinging, itching, tearing, redness), pain, corneal punctuate staining, decreased corneal sensitivity, dry eyes, blepharitis, keratitis, blurred vision, anisocoria, photophobia, blepharoconjunctivitis, cataract, refraction disorder
• Frequency not reported: Choroidal detachment following filtration surgery, corneal erosion, ptosis, diplopia^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Systemic allergic reactions including angioedema, urticaria, localized and generalized rash, pruritus, anaphylactic reaction^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Bradycardia, atrioventricular block, cardiac failure, hypotension, Raynaud's phenomenon, cold hands and feet, exacerbation of intermittent claudication
• Frequency not reported: Congestive heart failure, chest pain, palpitations, edema, arrhythmia, cardiac arrest^[Ref]

Respiratory

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Rhinitis
• Rare (less than 0.1%): Bronchospasm (predominantly in patients with pre-existing bronchospastic disease), dyspnea, asthma, rhinorrhea
• Frequency not reported: Cough, thickened bronchial secretions, respiratory failure, antral lavage^[Ref]

Psychiatric

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Insomnia, sleep disorders, depression, hallucinations, psychoses, confusion, nightmares^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Dizziness, paresthesia, headache
• Frequency not reported: Memory loss, syncope, cerebrovascular accident, cerebral ischemia, increases in signs and symptoms of myasthenia gravis, dysgeusia, vertigo, lethargy^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
• Frequency not reported: Dyspepsia, dry mouth, abdominal pain, glossitis^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Alopecia, skin rash
• Frequency not reported: Psoriasiform rash or exacerbation of psoriasis, hives, toxic epidermal necrolysis, hair loss, periorbital edema^[Ref]

Endocrine

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Masking of the symptoms of thyrotoxicosis^[Ref]

Genitourinary

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Sexual dysfunction
• Frequency not reported: Decreased libido^[Ref]

Immunologic

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Increase in anti-nuclear antibodies (ANA)^[Ref]

Metabolic

• Rare (less than 0.1%): Hypoglycemia^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

• Frequency not reported: Myalgia^[Ref]

Other

• Frequency not reported: Asthenia^[Ref]

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Further information

Betoptic S side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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