Betagan

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.

The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Betagan (Levobunolol). If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Betagan (Levobunolol) with your doctor.

The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Betagan (Levobunolol). Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.

Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.

• blurred vision (temporary)
• crusting of eyelashes
• decreased night vision
• dizziness or light headedness when rising from a lying or sitting position
• dry eyes
• feeling like you have something in your eye
• headache
• increased sensitivity of eye to light
• itching, stinging, burning, or watering of eye or other eye irritation
• nausea
• stinging of eye or other eye irritation (when medication is applied)
• tiredness

Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.

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

• blurred vision or other change in vision
• droopy upper eyelid
• eye pain
• fainting
• fast, slow or irregular heartbeat
• itchiness
• seeing "double"
• shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• signs of Depression (e.g., poor concentration, changes in weight, changes in sleep, decreased interest in activities, thoughts of suicide)
• signs of heart problems (e.g., fast, irregular heartbeat or pulse, chest pain, sudden weight gain, difficulty breathing, leg swelling)
• swelling, irritation, or inflammation of eye or eyelid

Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:

• confusion
• signs of a serious allergic reaction (e.g., abdominal cramps, difficulty breathing, nausea and vomiting, or swelling of the face and throat)

Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Betagan (Levobunolol).