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Levobetaxolol (Ophthalmic)

Brand Names : L-betaxolol, Betaxon

Levobetaxolol | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects


Precautions While Using This Medicine

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits , to make sure that this medicine is working and to check for unwanted effects.

Before you have any kind of surgery, dental treatment, or emergency treatment, tell the medical doctor or dentist in charge that you are using this medicine . Using levobetaxolol during this time may cause an increased risk of side effects.

This medicine may cause blurred vision. It also may cause some people to become dizzy or lightheaded. Make sure that you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert or able to see well.

For patients with diabetes:

  • Levobetaxolol may cover up some of the signs of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) . If you notice a change in the results of your blood or urine sugar tests or if you have any questions, check with your doctor.


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Date Written: 05/11/2000









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