Bexol Eye Drop 0.5% w/v - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is bexol eye drop used for?
Bexol Eye Drop contains Betaxolol 0.5% w/v, a beta-blocker used to lower intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It works by reducing the production of aqueous humor in the eye, thereby decreasing pressure. Use as directed by your doctor, typically twice daily.
- Generic Name: Betaxolol
- Manufacturer: Jawa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ bexol eye drop Uses & Benefits
Chronic open-angle glaucoma, ocular hypertension
Off-label uses: Pediatric glaucoma, Postoperative ocular hypertension
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Betaxolol |
| Brand Name | Bexol Eye Drop |
| Manufacturer | Jawa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | OPHTHAL |
| Action Class | Beta blocker (Topical) |
| Route of Administration | Ophthalmic (topical) |
| Storage | Store at 15-30ยฐC; protect from light |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist; reduces aqueous humor production
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take bexol eye drop
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of bexol eye drop
โ Common Side Effects
- Ocular stinging
- Blurred vision
- Dry eyes
- Photophobia
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Bradycardia
- Hypotension
- Bronchospasm
- Heart failure exacerbation
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Alopecia
- Lupus-like syndrome
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Epinephrine | Moderate | Increased blood pressure |
| Insulin | Minor | Masking hypoglycemia symptoms |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Calcium channel blockers
- Digitalis glycosides
- Reserpine
โก Moderate Interactions
- Insulin
- Oral hypoglycemics
- Clonidine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- NSAIDs
- Corticosteroids
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May increase systemic side effects (dizziness, hypotension)
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Sinus bradycardia, heart block, cardiogenic shock, hypersensitivity to betaxolol
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Intraocular pressure, heart rate, blood pressure, signs of systemic beta-blockade
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Use with caution; excreted in breast milk
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; monitor heart rate and blood pressure; consider beta-agonist if severe
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for bexol eye drop
View AllAlternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Betaxolol (0.5% w/v)):
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.