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Metipranolol Ophthalmic - Metipranolol - Ophthalmic Generic Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Metipranolol Ophthalmic
- Optipranolol
- met-eh-PRAN-oh-lol, off-THAL-mick
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including.
Medicinal Applications
- This medication is used to treat pressure within the eye (glaucoma, intraocular hypertension).
Read Before Using Metipranolol Ophthalmic (precautions)
- Tell your doctor if you have.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Metipranolol Ophthalmic Miscellaneous Notes
- Your intraocular (eye) pressure will be monitored to check the effectiveness of this medication.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, headache, shortness of breath, slow heart rate, wheezing, and coughing.
Usage Instructions
- Use this medication as directed.
- Try to use it at the same time each day to get into a routine of using this.
- If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying these eye drops.
- You may put them back in, 15 minutes after applying the drops.
- Apply eye drops to the affected eye(s) as follows.
Metipranolol Ophthalmic Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
- Discard this if the solution turns brown, cloudy or contains particles.
Possible Side Effects
- This medication may temporarily sting or burn your eyes for a minute or two when applied.
- Other side effects reported include brow ache, tearing and sensitivity to light.
- If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop.