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Betal N Eye Drop


Product introduction

Betal N Eye Drop is a medicine used to treat bacterial eye 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.

Betal N Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye. 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. 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 double vision and burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. 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 ears, 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 Betal N Eye Drop

  • Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Betal N Eye Drop

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Betal N Eye Drop is an antibiotic medicine that stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye 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 Betal N Eye Drop

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 Betal N

  • Eye redness
  • Blurred vision
  • Eye itching
  • Burning sensation
  • Itching
  • Double vision

How to use Betal N Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use 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 without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

How Betal N Eye Drop works

Betal N Eye Drop 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 red, swollen and itchy. Neomycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye 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 Betal N Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Betal N Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Betal N Eye Drop 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 Betal N Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Betal N Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

  • Betal N Eye Drop is used to treat bacterial infections and inflammation of the eye.
  • Do not use Betal N Eye Drop 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. Use caution before driving or using machines.
  • Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
  • Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Fact Box

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No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS

Patient concerns

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which medicines are available for osmf rather than steroids?is osmf reversible?i have no mouth opening problem?there is just blister on left oral mucosa?stopped betal chewing? i have this problem since 2 and 1/2 months,h/o betal chewing sicne 1 yr with tobacco i have taken multivitamins,lycopene as tablets as well syrup
Dr. Rohan Bhatt
Dental Surgery
Visit to good dental clinic for checkup and examinationConsult good therapists for mouth exercise
Scar on face due to bacterial infections
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion
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References

  1. Betamethasone Sodium Phosphate and Neomycin Sulphate Eye/Ear Drops. Mumbai, India: GlaxoSmithKline; 2018. [Accessed on 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Neomycin. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. PubChem. Neomycin. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. Bhumi Pharma. Betamethasone + Neomycin Sulphate [Product Information]. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from: External Link
  5. Betamethasone+Neomycin [package Information Leaflet]. lasbela, Pakistan: MBL Pharma. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from: External Link

Marketer details

Name: Pharmtak Ophtalmics India Pvt Ltd
Address: Pharmtak Ophthalmics (I) Pvt. Ltd. , 50-52, The Discovery, Dattapada Road, Borivali (E), Mumbai – 400 066, Maharashtra
Country of origin: India

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