Warnings


What may interact with Carteolol?

-Medications for high blood pressure
-Reserpine
Do not use other eye products with this medication without asking your care team.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Carteolol?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Diabetes
-Heart or blood vessel disease
-Lung disease like asthma or emphysema
-Thyroid disease
-Wear contact lenses
-An unusual or allergic reaction to carteolol, other beta-blockers, medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Carteolol?

Visit your care team for regular eye pressure exams. Ask your care team if you should continue to use this medication if you injure your eyes, get an eye infection, or need eye surgery.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that requires mental alertness until you know how carteolol affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells, do not sit or stand up quickly.
Wear dark glasses if this medication makes your eyes more sensitive to light.
If you wear soft contact lenses, you should not put this medication in your eyes while wearing the lenses. After using the eye drops, wait about 15 minutes before putting lenses in your eyes.
This medication may increase blood sugar. Ask your care team if changes in diet or medications are needed if you have diabetes.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). Protect from light. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.