Carteolol (HCl)

Carteolol (HCl) is a beta-blocking agent. It slow the heart rate and reduce hypertension (high blood pressure). Carteolol (HCl) is used in the treatment of angina (chest pain), hypertension, arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) and in glaucoma.

Carteolol (HCl) is primarily indicated in conditions like Angina pectoris, Cardiac neurosis, Essential hypertension, Glaucoma, Intraocular hypertension, Sinus tachycardia, Supraventricular extra systole, Tachyarrhythmia, Tachycardic arrhythmia, Ventricular extrasystole.

Carteolol (HCl) is contraindicated in conditions like Asthma, Cardiogenic shock, Diabetic ketoacidosis.

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Carteolol (HCl), which give rise to further complications include Torsade's de pointes, Corneal punctate keratitis. The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Carteolol (HCl) include Bradycardia, Hypotension. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Carteolol (HCl) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Drowsiness, Insomnia, Rashes, Malaise, Eye Pain, Conjunctival hyperemia, Anisocoria, Corneal staining, Vision disturbances, Abdominal discomfort.

Carteolol HCl should be used with caution in patients with history of heart, kidney or liver disease, asthma, bronchitis, emphysema or other lungs disease, diabetes, hyperthyroidism or any drug allergies. Before having surgery, tell the doctor or dentist about taking a beta-blocker. This drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or lactation.

Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, and Neonates. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.

0.5 mg (0.5 (0.5)) 12 hourly Ophthalmic — - 1 to 2 % (1.5 (1.5)) 12 hourly Ophthalmic — drops.

No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

Carteolol (HCl) is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementAdrenalineAmiodarone (HCl)Amiodarone may enhance the bradycardic effect of Carteolol. Possibly to the point of cardiac arrest.MajorMonitor increased signs and symptoms of bradycardia with Carteolol (possibly to the point of cardiac arrest) if amiodarone is initiated/dose increased, or decreased effects if amiodarone is discontinued/dose decreased. Ophthalmic beta-blockers are likely of little concern.Clonidine (HCl)DigoxinCarteolol may enhance the bradycardic effect of digoxin.ModerateMonitor for increased bradycardia if these two agents are used concomitantly. Ophthalmic beta-blockers are likely of little concern. Diltiazem (HCl)Verapamil (HCl) These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.

Tab Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.