Indication
Elevated intraocular pressure in ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma
Mechanism of Action
Reduces aqueous formation by blocking beta2 receptors on nonpigmented ciliary epithelium. Reduces elevated and normal intraocular pressure.
Available Quantities
2.5 ml, 5 ml
Dosage/Instructions
1 drop 0.25% or 0.5% every morning
Pregnancy & Nursing
Increased fetal resorptions in rabbits at high doses. Use only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Pediatric Use
No studies
Contraindications, side effects, etc.
Contraindicated in asthma, severe COPD, sinus bradycardia, heart block greater than first degree, cardiac failure, cardiogenic shock. Warnings include systemic absorption, cardiac failure, vascular insufficiency, obstructive pulmonary disease, diabetes mellitus, thyrotoxicosis, choroidal detachment. Adverse reactions: ocular burning, stinging, blepharoconjunctivitis, heart rate and blood pressure decrease, iridocyclitis, headache, ataxia, dizziness, lethargy, urticaria, pruritus.
