Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml

Question 1

How does Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml work?

Accepted Answer

Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml contains Levobunolol that works by blocking beta-receptors on the ciliary body (part of the eye that produces aqueous humour) and decreases the secretion of aqueous humour (a liquid that maintains normal pressure in the eyeball) by the ciliary body into the eyeball. Thereby lowers the pressure in the eye by reducing aqueous humour entry into the eyeball.

Question 2

Can I wear contact lenses while using Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml?

Accepted Answer

No, you are not recommended to wear contact lenses while using Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml as it contains benzalkonium chloride, a preservative that changes the colour of the contact lens as it may be absorbed by a soft contact lens. Benzalkonium chloride also causes irritation in the eye especially if you have disorders of the cornea (transparent layer at the front of the eye) or dry eyes. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before applying Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml and reinsert after 15 minutes of using Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml.

Question 3

Can I use other eye drops with Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml?

Accepted Answer

You are recommended to maintain a minimum of 10 minutes time gap between using Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml and other eye drops and administer eye ointments in the last.

Question 4

Does Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml cause blurred vision?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating heavy machinery.

Question 5

Should I stop using Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml before surgery?

Accepted Answer

You may need to stop using Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml before surgery as it may alter the effects of certain medicines used during anaesthesia. Therefore, you are recommended to inform your doctor or dentist that you are using Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml before any surgery or dental procedure.

Question 6

Can asthma patients use Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml?

Accepted Answer

Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml is not recommended for asthma patients as it may cause bronchoconstriction (narrowing of airways). However, it is advised to inform your doctor if you have asthma before taking Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml.

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Betagan 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml