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levobunolol hydrochloride

levobunolol hydrochloride (AKBETA) is a beta-2 adrenergic receptor antagonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
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Drug details — levobunolol hydrochloride
US status
approved
Class
Route
OPHTHALMIC
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Quick answer

levobunolol hydrochloride (AKBETA) is a beta-2 adrenergic receptor antagonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN levobunolol hydrochloride
Brand AKBETA
Mechanism Beta-2 adrenergic receptor antagonist
Target Beta-1 adrenergic receptor
Route OPHTHALMIC
Formulation SOLUTION/DROPS

Mechanism of action

Beta-2 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 levobunolol hydrochloride?

levobunolol hydrochloride (AKBETA) is a beta-2 adrenergic receptor antagonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for levobunolol hydrochloride?

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

What is the US approval status of levobunolol hydrochloride?

levobunolol 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.