Betaxol (Betaxolol)

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Brand Name: Betaxol

Generic Name: Betaxolol

Manufacturer/Agent: Atco Labs

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Formulation: eye drops

Strength: 5ml

Pack size: 1

Trade Price: KES 148.50

Retail Price: @ KES 198.00

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Class: Beta-blockers (Cardiovascular drugs)

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Molecular Formulae: C18H29NO3. HCL = 343.9

Precautions: Asthma or reversible airway obstruction disease.

Indications/Uses: Hypertension 20mg daily, with or without food. glaucoma 0.5% eye drops.

Interactions: Barbiturates, nsaids, rifampicin. additive effcets with digoxin, verapamil, diltiazem.

Side Effects: Orally; gastro-intestinal disturbances. hypotension. rash. sleep disturbances. decreased libido. rarely; cardiovascular effects. opthalmic; hyperemia

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