Betaxolol Ophthalmic

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Also sold as: Betoptic® Betoptic® S

About Betaxolol Ophthalmic

Ophthalmic betaxolol is used to treat glaucoma, a condition in which increased pressure in the eye can lead to gradual loss of vision. Betaxolol is in a class of medications called beta blockers. It works by decreasing the pressure in the eye. Read the full Betaxolol Ophthalmic drug information page →

Medically reviewed by Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD, BCPS · Updated Aug 10, 2026 · Editorial policy · Data sources

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