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Strength
0.5%
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A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.
The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.
Your doctor may prescribe Betagan to treat elevated eye pressure in conditions such as glaucoma and ocular hypertension. If left untreated, elevated intraocular pressure can result in optic nerve damage and potential vision loss. Therefore, if you have glaucoma, speak with your doctor to start treatment as soon as possible.
Levobunolol, the active ingredient, is a non-selective beta-blocker that reduces the production of aqueous humor (the fluid inside the eye), thus lowering intraocular pressure. By controlling eye pressure, Betagan helps prevent further optic nerve damage and protects vision.
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Fact Table |
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Formula |
C17H25NO3 |
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License |
US FDA |
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Bioavailability |
Approx. 50% (systemic after ophthalmic use) |
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Legal status |
Prescription only |
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Chemical Name |
(S)-4-[2-Hydroxy-3-(tert-butylamino)propoxy]-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalen-1-one |
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Elimination half-life |
6-9 hours (systemic) |
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Dosage (Strength) |
0.25%, 0.5% ophthalmic solution |
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Pregnancy |
Consult a doctor |
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Brands |
Betagan, Liquifilm, Akbeta |
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Protein binding |
<50% |
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PubChem CID |
65653 |
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MedlinePlus |
a601066 |
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ChEBI |
CHEBI:64155 |
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ATC code |
S01ED05 |
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DrugBank |
DB01210 |
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KEGG |
D08256 |
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Routes of administration |
Ophthalmic |
Instill one drop of Betagan into the affected eye(s) once or twice daily, as directed by your healthcare provider. Use the drops at the same time each day to ensure consistent eye pressure control.
To avoid contamination, do not touch the bottle tip to your eye or any other surface, which can lead to bacterial or viral infections.
The active ingredient in Betagan is levobunolol.
Common drug-drug interactions include:
Do not use Levobunolol drops simultaneously with other eye medications. If using other eye drops, administer them at least 15 minutes apart.
If you wear contact lenses, wait 15 minutes after using Betagan before inserting them.
Do not use Betagan if you are allergic to levobunolol or any other ingredients in the solution.
Betagan may cause drowsiness or blurred vision. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of asthma, heart problems, diabetes, or thyroid issues before starting this medication.
Common side effects of this drug can include:
Betagan [package insert]. Irvine, CA: Allergan; 2017.
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