Levobetaxolol (Ophthalmic)

Brand Names : L-betaxolol, Betaxon

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

Difficult breathing, labored breathing, tightness in chest, wheezing, or shortness of breath; fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat; slow or irregular heartbeat

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

Accidental injury; ankle, knee, or great toe pain; ankle, knee, or great toe swelling; bloody or cloudy urine; blurred or decreased vision; breast pain; confusion, faintness, or lightheadedness; cough, mucus-producing; difficult, burning, or painful urination; dizziness; dry, puffy skin; earache, buzzing, or ringing in ears; fatigue with or without increased hunger, increased thirst, or increased urination; feeling of constant movement; fever or chills; headache with pounding in ears; loss of appetite; lower back or side pain; muscle stiffness or tightness; pain or tenderness around eyes or cheekbones; red, scaling, or crusted skin; runny or stuffy nose; weight gain

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.

More common

Eye pain and discomfort (when the medicine is applied)

Less common

Acid or sour stomach, with belching; change in taste; constipation; cough; difficulty in swallowing; dry skin; dryness or soreness of throat; ear pain; feeling very anxious or nervous; headache; heartburn and indigestion; hoarseness; pain, redness, warmth, or swelling of muscles; pain, swelling , redness, or stiffness of joints; thinning or loss of hair

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.