Levobunolol ophthalmic

Generic name: Levobunolol Ophthalmic
Dosage form: ophthalmic solution (0.5%)
Drug class: Ophthalmic glaucoma agents

Usage of Levobunolol ophthalmic

Levobunolol ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a beta-blocker that is used to treat open-angle glaucoma and other causes of high pressure inside the eye.

Levobunolol ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Levobunolol ophthalmic side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling).

Levobunolol ophthalmic may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

  • severe swelling, itching, burning, redness, pain, or discomfort in or around your eye;
  • bronchospasm (wheezing, chest tightness, trouble breathing);
  • a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
  • slow heart rate, weak pulse; or
  • numbness, cold feeling, or pale appearance of your fingers or toes.

    • Common side effects of levobunolol ophthalmic may include:

  • mild burning, stinging, or eye discomfort;
  • feeling like something is in your eye;
  • blurred vision;
  • dizziness, weakness;
  • headache; or
  • rash or itching.

    • This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

    Before taking Levobunolol ophthalmic

    You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to levobunolol, or if you have:

  • asthma, or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD);
  • slow heartbeats; or
  • a heart condition called "AV block."

    • Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

  • breathing problems such as bronchitis or emphysema;
  • heart problems;
  • peripheral vascular disease such as Raynaud's syndrome;
  • diabetes;
  • a thyroid disorder; or
  • a muscle disorder such as myasthenia gravis.

    • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

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    How to use Levobunolol ophthalmic

    Usual Adult Dose for Intraocular Hypertension:

    0.25% solution: One to two drops in the affected eye(s) twice a day0.5% solution: One to two drops in the affected eye(s) once a dayComments:-In patients with more severe or uncontrolled glaucoma, the 0.5% solution can be administered twice a day.-If intraocular pressure is not at a satisfactory level, concomitant therapy with dipivefrin and/or epinephrine, and/or pilocarpine and other miotics, and/or systemically administered carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, such as acetazolamide, can be instituted.-Patients should not use two or more topical ophthalmic beta-adrenergic blocking drugs concomitantly.Use: Lowering intraocular pressure in patients with chronic open-angle glaucoma and intraocular hypertension

    Usual Adult Dose for Glaucoma (Open Angle):

    0.25% solution: One to two drops in the affected eye(s) twice a day0.5% solution: One to two drops in the affected eye(s) once a dayComments:-In patients with more severe or uncontrolled glaucoma, the 0.5% solution can be administered twice a day.-If intraocular pressure is not at a satisfactory level, concomitant therapy with dipivefrin and/or epinephrine, and/or pilocarpine and other miotics, and/or systemically administered carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, such as acetazolamide, can be instituted.-Patients should not use two or more topical ophthalmic beta-adrenergic blocking drugs concomitantly.Use: Lowering intraocular pressure in patients with chronic open-angle glaucoma and intraocular hypertension

    Warnings

    You should not use levobunolol ophthalmic if you have asthma, severe COPD, slow heartbeats, or a heart condition called "AV block."

    What other drugs will affect Levobunolol ophthalmic

    Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially heart or blood pressure medications.

    Other drugs may affect levobunolol ophthalmic, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.

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