Acculol Eye Drop

Description

Acculol Eye Drops (Betaxolol) is a prescription medication used to treat glaucoma and ocular hypertension. It belongs to a class of drugs called beta-blockers, which work by lowering the pressure inside the eye.

Therapeutic Category:
Ophthalmic Agent
Antiglaucoma

Active Ingredients/Composition:
Betaxolol hydrochloride (0.5% or 1.0%)

Variants:
Two strengths: 0.5% and 1.0% betaxolol hydrochloride
Generic versions available under the name Betaxolol

Consume Type:
Topical (applied directly to the affected eye(s))

Directions/Usage:
Typically used once or twice a day, as directed by your doctor
Wash your hands thoroughly before applying the drops
Tilt your head back and look upward
Gently pull down your lower eyelid to create a pouch
Squeeze the dropper and release one drop into the pouch
Close your eye gently and roll your eyeball around for a few seconds
Repeat for the other eye, if necessary
Wipe away any excess solution with a clean tissue

Common Side Effects:
Blurred vision
Stinging or burning sensation in the eyes
Dry eyes
Headache
Fatigue
Low blood pressure
Slow heart rate

Package Type:
Plastic dropper bottle containing 5 or 10 mL of solution

Storage Advice:
Store at room temperature (between 15°C and 25°C)
Protect from light and moisture
Keep out of reach of children

Safety Advice:
Do not use Acculol Eye Drops if you are allergic to betaxolol or any other ingredients in the medication
Tell your doctor about any other medications you are taking, as there may be interactions
Do not use Acculol Eye Drops if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless your doctor tells you it is safe
Stop using Acculol Eye Drops and contact your doctor if you experience any serious side effects

Product Substitutes:
Other beta-blockers for glaucoma, such as timolol, levobunolol, and carteolol
Alpha-adrenergic agonists, such as brimonidine and apraclonidine
Prostaglandin analogs, such as latanoprost and travoprost
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, such as dorzolamide and brinzolamide

Manufacturer/Marketer
Ashford Laboratory Ltd

Country of Origin
United Kingdom