Carteolol Hydrochloride is usually administered as an Ophthalmic Solution for the treatment of glaucoma once or twice daily. When using Carteolol HCL Ophthalmic Solution, remove contact lenses before applying the Solution. Wait at least 15 minutes after using the medication before putting your contact lenses back in. regularly to get the most benefit and avoid touching the dropper tip to prevent contamination.
To use Carteolol Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, First, wash your hands. Shake the medicine well just before each use. Tilt the head back and, pressing your finger gently on the skin just beneath the lower eyelid, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to make a space. Drop the medicine into this space. Let go of the eyelid and gently close the eyes. Do not blink. Keep the eyes closed and apply pressure to the inner corner of the eye with your finger for 1 or 2 minutes to allow the medicine to be absorbed by the eye. Immediately after using the medicine, wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them. To keep the medicine as germ-free as possible, do not touch the applicator tip on any surface (including the eye). Also, keep the container tightly closed. Serious damage to the eye and possible loss of vision may result from using contaminated eye medicines.
Make sure to use Carteolol Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution USP, 1% exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not use more or less of the medication or use it more frequently than recommended, as it may increase the risk of side effects.
If you miss a dose of Carteolol Hydrochloride, you should take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule. Do not take double the dose to make up for a missed one.
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