Betaxolol Benefits & Uses

Betaxolol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Cataract

Betaxolol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Cataract Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Cataract Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Betaxolol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betaxolol is used -

Moderate

Blurred vision
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Chest Pain
Hypertension
Shortness of Breath

Mild

Dizziness
Fatigue
Insomnia
Dyspepsia
Diarrhoea
Cough
Sinus inflammation
Influenza like symptoms

Unknown

Eye Burning

Betaxolol Related Warnings

Is the use of Betaxolol safe for pregnant women?

Betaxolol may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Betaxolol again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Betaxolol safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Betaxolol on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Betaxolol on the Kidneys?

Betaxolol rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Betaxolol on the Liver?

Betaxolol does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Betaxolol on the Heart?

Betaxolol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Betaxolol with Other Drugs

Betaxolol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Theophylline

Moderate

Phenylephrine

Clozapine

Crizotinib

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Betaxolol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betaxolol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hyperthyroidism
Heart Failure
Diabetes
Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Betaxolol

Is this Betaxolol habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Betaxolol.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Betaxolol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Betaxolol is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Betaxolol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Betaxolol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Betaxolol

Taking Betaxolol with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Betaxolol

Taking Betaxolol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe