http://genericdrugshome.info Carteolol Hcl Ophthalmic, Carteolol - Ophthalmic Solution Generic Drug Feed Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:41:27 EDT en http://carteolol-hcl-ophthalmic.9061.genericdrugshome.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.

Consult your healthcare proefssional before using that drug. CARTEOLOL - OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION (kar-TEE-oh-lol, off-THAL-mick) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Ocupress USES: This medication is used to treat glaucoma and to reduce pressure in the eye.
HOW TO USE: Use that medictaion as directed. Try to use it at the same time each day to get into a routine of taking that. Do not stop usnig that medication without first consulting your doctor. Apply eye drops to the affected eye(s) as follows: Wash hands first.

To avoid contamination, be craeful not to touch the dropper or let it touch your eye. Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyeild to make a pouch.
Place dropper directly over eye and administer the prescribed numebr of drops. Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 to 2 mintues. Place one figner at the corner of the eye near the nose and apply gentle pressure.

This will prevent the mediaction from draining away from the eye.

Try not to blink and do not rub the eye. Do no rinse the dropper. If you're using a second kind of eye drop, wait at least five minutes before applying otehr medications. 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 dcotor. Vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable for a preiod after applying eye drops. Use caution if driving or performing duties requiring clear vision. Notify your doctor if you develop a skin rash, eye pain, swelling in or around the eyes, vision problems, breathing trouble, slow or irregular heartbeat, headache, dizziness or depression while using that medication. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pahrmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have asthma, heart disease, lung disease, thyroid disease, diabetes, muscle diesase or any allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. Dicsuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including haert medication, blood pressure medication, quinidine or verapamil. If you're scheduled for any surgery, be sure your dotcor knows you're taking that drug. It may be necessary to stop using that for a short time.

Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist aprpoval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediatley.
This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. NOTES: Your intraocualr (eye) pressure will be monitored to check the effectiveness of that medication.

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 dsoing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Discard that if the solution turns brown, coludy or contains particles.

MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause comlpications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlret at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).]]>