Glucovis0.25%
Eye Drops
Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Glucovis may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developin... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Glucovis is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Glucovis may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Glucovis is a medicine used to treat elevated intraocular pressure (high pressure inside the eye) in people with ocular hypertension and certain types o... View More
Uses of Glucovis
- Ocular hypertension
- Glaucoma
Side effects of Glucovis
- Eye discomfort
- Headache
- Watery eyes
- Blurred vision
How to use Glucovis
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the ... View More
How Glucovis works
Glucovis is a beta blocker. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
- Glucovis helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
- Notify your doctor if you have lung or heart diseases as Glucovis may worsen these conditions.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Indication
Glaucoma, Ocular hypertension
Adult Dose
Ophthalmic Open-angle glaucoma Adult: Instil 1 drop of 0.25% solution bid. Ocular hypertension Adult: Instil 1 drop of 0.25% solution bid.
Child Dose
Ophthalmic Open-angle glaucoma Child: Instil 1 drop of 0.25% solution bid. Ocular hypertension Child: Instil 1 drop of 0.25% solution bid.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity. Sinus bradycardia, cardiogenic shock, overt cardiac failure. Pregnancy .
Mode of Action
Betaxolol is a cardioselective Beta-blocker which has greater affinity for ?1-receptors and has little or no effect on ?2-receptors. It lacks intrinsic ... View More
Precaution
DM, renal or hepatic impairment. May mask signs of hypoglycemia & hyperthyroidism. Gradual withdrawal is recommended. Children. Lactation.
Side Effect
>10% Ocular effects Short term discomfort (<25%) Frequency Not Defined Ocular Blurred vision,Corneal punctate keratitis,Itching and/or foreign bo... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
Interaction
Increased risk of bradycardia w/ digitalis glycosides. May cause mydriasis w/ epinephrine. Potential additive effect w/ oral Ca channel blockers, ?-adre... View More
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