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betaxolol hydrochloride

betaxolol hydrochloride (BETOPTIC) is a beta-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

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Drug details — betaxolol hydrochloride
US status
approved
Class
Route
OPHTHALMIC
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Quick answer

betaxolol hydrochloride (BETOPTIC) is a beta-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN betaxolol hydrochloride
Brand BETOPTIC
Mechanism Beta-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist
Target Beta-1 adrenergic receptor
Route OPHTHALMIC
Formulation SOLUTION/DROPS

Mechanism of action

Beta-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist

Primary target: Beta-1 adrenergic receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is betaxolol hydrochloride?

betaxolol hydrochloride (BETOPTIC) is a beta-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for betaxolol hydrochloride?

BETOPTIC is a marketed brand name for betaxolol hydrochloride. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of betaxolol hydrochloride?

betaxolol hydrochloride has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.