Betoptic TM
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Active ingredients: betaxolol
Pack: Betoptic 0.5% eye drops, 5 mL, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: BETOPTIC betaxolol 5mg/mL (as hydrochloride) eye drops bottleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATIONS AS AT 23 March 1999: BETOPTIC 0.5% have been shown to be effective in lowering intraocular pressure and are indicated in the treatment of ocular hypertension or chronic open angular glaucoma. BETOPTIC Eye Drops 0.5% may be used alone or in combination with other IOP-lowering medication.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Eye Drops, solution
- Ophthalmic
- Colourless solution.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Discard 4 weeks after opening
- Shelf lifetime is 30 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5mL pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient betaxolol
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
