Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops is a medicine used to treat bacterial eye or ear infections. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria in the eyes. This way it relieves the symptoms and speeds up the healing process.

Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops is to be used only in the affected eye or ear. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor or as instructed in the label. Do not use too much or too little. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Complete your dose even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may bring back the infection.

Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision and application site reactions such as burning, irritation, itching, and redness. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your nose or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.

Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops

Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections

Benefits of Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops

In Treatment of Bacterial eye / ear infections

Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of medicines, Ofloxacin and Betamethasone. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic that stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. Betamethasone helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, soreness, watery eyes or ear discharge caused due to eye/ear infections.

The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Betaeno

Itching
Burning sensation
Blurred vision

How to use Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops

This medicine is for external use only.Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

How Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops works

Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops is a combination of two medicines: Betamethasone and Neomycin. Betamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye/ear red, swollen and itchy. Neomycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye/ear by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops?

If you miss a dose of Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops

₹11.6/Eye/Ear Drops

Betnesol-N Eye/Ear Drops

Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹21.95/eye/ear drops

83% costlier

Betasone N Eye/Ear Drops

Torque Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹29/eye/ear drops

142% costlier

Betasone N Eye/Ear Drops

Laborate Pharmaceuticals India Ltd

₹17.6/eye/ear drops

47% costlier

Solubin N Eye/Ear Drops

Perk Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹24.75/eye/ear drops

106% costlier

Benicort N Eye/Ear Drops

P & B Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹9.18/eye/ear drops

24% cheaper

Quick tips

Betaeno Eye/Ear Drops is used to treat bacterial infections and inflammation of the eye/ear.
Do not use it for more than the prescribed duration as it may cause secondary infections.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface to avoid contamination.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when used in the eyes. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

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References

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