BETAGAN

Drug Name: BETAGAN

BETAGAN DESCRIPTION:
BETA-BLOCKERS - OPHTHALMIC

COMMON BETAGAN BRAND NAME(S):
Betagan, Betoptic, Timoptic

BETAGAN SIDE EFFECTS:
BETAGAN may temporarily sting your eyes for a minute or two when you first use it. If stinging persists or becomes bothersome, inform your doctor. Vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable after applying drops. Use caution driving or performing duties requiring clear vision. On rare occasions dizziness, drowsiness, depression, breathing difficulties, irregular or slow heartbeat may occur. Notify your doctor if you experience any of these effects. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness or breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE BETAGAN:
BETAGAN: To instill eye drops, wash hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or let it touch your eye. Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch. Place dropper directly over eye and administer the prescribed number of drops. Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes. Try not to blink and do not rub the eye. Do not rinse the dropper. For maximum effect, BETAGAN must be used routinely as prescribed.

BETAGAN USES:
BETAGAN is used to reduce pressure in the eye caused by glaucoma or other eye conditions.

BETAGAN PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of diabetes, thyroid disorders, muscle weakness disorders, breathing problems, heart problems and of any allergies you may have. If you are scheduled for surgery that requires anesthesia, tell the doctor treating you that you use BETAGAN. If you have eye surgery, injury or infection consult your eye doctor about continued use of this current eye drop bottle. BETAGAN should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. BETAGAN may be excreted into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

BETAGAN DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of other drugs used for glaucoma; theophylline; drugs used for high blood pressure, heart problems or diabetes; and of drugs used for colds or nasal congestion. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

BETAGAN OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, slow heart rate, or breathing difficulties.

BETAGAN NOTES:
Discard the solution if it turns brown, cloudy or contains particles.

MISSED BETAGAN DOSE:
If you should miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume regular dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

BETAGAN STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from sunlight. Avoid freezing. Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For information on enrollment call Medic Alert(TM) at 1-800-854-1166. In Canada call 1-800-668-1507.