beta-blockers-ophthalmic

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GENERIC NAME: BETA-BLOCKERS - OPHTHALMIC

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USES: This medication is used to reduce pressure in the eye caused by glaucoma or other eye conditions.

HOW TO USE: To instill eye drops, wash hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or let it touch your eye. Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch. Place dropper directly over eye and administer the prescribed number of drops. Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes. Try not to blink and do not rub the eye. Do not rinse the dropper. For maximum effect, this medication must be used routinely as prescribed.

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