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The adverse side-effects of betaxolol can be categorized into local and systemic effects. [7] The local effects include: transient irritation (20-40% of patients) burning; pruritus, or general itching; punctate keratitis; blurry vision [11] Systemically, patients taking betaxolol might experience: bradycardia; hypotension; fatigue; sexual ...
Levobetaxolol inhibits the beta-1-adrenergic receptor. When applied topically, it reduces intra-ocular pressure (IOP) by 16-23% depending on time of day and the individual. It also has neuroprotective effects. [1] Levobetaxolol has fewer cardiovascular side effects than other beta blockers.
Common side effects with the drops is irritation of the eye. [3] Common side effects by mouth include tiredness, slow heart beat, itchiness, and shortness of breath. [5] Other side effects include masking the symptoms of low blood sugar in those with diabetes. [3]
Side effects Prostaglandin analogs: Latanoprost: Xalatan: Increased USO (uveoscleral outflow ) Once daily: 25-32%: pigmentation of eyelashes, eyelid skin pigmentation, hyperemia (red eye), flu-like symptoms (joint/muscle pain and headache) Bimatoprost: Lumigan: Increased USO (uveoscleral outflow ) Once daily
The most common side effect is conjunctival hyperaemia (increased bloodflow in the outer layer of the eye), which occurs in over 10% of people taking the drug. Side effects in less than 10% of people include other eye problems such as itching, foreign body sensation or dry eye, as headache or hyperpigmentation (darkening) of the skin around the eye.
The most common side effect is eye irritation felt as stinging or burning, which occurs in up to a third of patients. Blepharoconjunctivitis occurs in up to 5% of patients. Rarer adverse effects include keratitis, edema and increased lacrimation. [3] [4] Allergies are rare, but seem to be more common than under the related drug timolol. [2]
Common side effects include red eyes, dry eyes, change in color of the eyes, blurry vision, and cataracts. [ 5 ] [ 6 ] [ 4 ] Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding is generally not recommended. [ 1 ] [ 6 ] [ 4 ] It is a prostaglandin analog and works by increasing the outflow of aqueous fluid from the eyes.
Common side effects include eye discomfort, eye redness, taste changes, and blurry vision. [3] Serious side effects may include allergic reactions and heart failure. [3] Use is not recommended in those with asthma, a sulfonamide allergy, or a slow heart rate. [3] [7] Dorzolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and timolol is a beta blocker. [3]