Betagan and Hypothyroidism - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Hypothyroidism is reported as a side effect among people who take Betagan (levobunolol hydrochloride), especially for people who are female, 20-29 old, also take Piroxicam, and have Bipolar disorder.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes which people have Hypothyroidism when taking Betagan. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 449 people who have side effects when taking Betagan from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Betagan?

Betagan has active ingredients of levobunolol hydrochloride. eHealthMe is studying from 453 Betagan users. Check the latest studies of Betagan.

What is Hypothyroidism?

Hypothyroidism (abnormally low activity of the thyroid gland, resulting in retardation of growth and mental development) is found to be associated with 1,615 drugs and 2,599 conditions by eHealthMe. Check the latest studies of Hypothyroidism.

On Jul, 16, 2026

449 people reported to have side effects when taking Betagan.
Among them, 14 people (3.12%) have Hypothyroidism.

Among these 14 people:

What is the gender of people who have Hypothyroidism when taking Betagan? *

female: 100 %
male: 0.0 %

What is the age of people who have Hypothyroidism when taking Betagan? *

What are other drugs people take besides Betagan? *

Zoloft: 14 people, 100.00%
Synthroid: 14 people, 100.00%
Provera: 14 people, 100.00%
Piroxicam: 14 people, 100.00%
Clonazepam: 12 people, 85.71%
Loratadine: 10 people, 71.43%
Paroxetine: 5 people, 35.71%
Midazolam Hydrochloride: 2 people, 14.29%
Midazolam: 2 people, 14.29%

What are other side effects people have besides Hypothyroidism? *

Abdominal Pain: 14 people, 100.00%
Galactorrhea (secretion of breast milk in men): 14 people, 100.00%
Headache (pain in head): 14 people, 100.00%
Weight Decreased: 14 people, 100.00%
Eyelid Ptosis (falling of the upper or lower eyelid): 14 people, 100.00%
Euphoric Mood (excessively happy but may become angry or irritable): 14 people, 100.00%
Insomnia (sleeplessness): 14 people, 100.00%
Irritability: 14 people, 100.00%
Drowsiness: 14 people, 100.00%
Dizziness: 14 people, 100.00%

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

Uterine Haemorrhage (uterine bleeding): 14 people, 100.00%
Bipolar Disorder (mood disorder): 14 people, 100.00%
Major Depression (a mood state that goes well beyond temporarily feeling sad or blue. it is a serious medical illness that affects one's thoughts, feelings): 4 people, 28.57%
Depression: 4 people, 28.57%
Panic Reaction: 3 people, 21.43%
Stress And Anxiety: 2 people, 14.29%
Bipolar I Disorder (mood disorder that is characterized by at least one manic or mixed episode): 1 person, 7.14%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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Related publications that referenced our studies

Ezeji GC, Inoue T, Bahtiyar G, Sacerdote A, "Hallucinations associated with miglitol use in a patient with chronic kidney disease and hypothyroidism", BMJ case reports, 2015 Feb .
Ezeji GC, Inoue T, Bahtiyar G, Sacerdote A, "Hallucinations associated with miglitol use in a patient with chronic kidney disease and hypothyroidism", BMJ case reports, 2015 Feb .

How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on levobunolol hydrochloride (the active ingredients of Betagan) and Betagan (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

Who is eHealthMe?

With medical big data and proven AI/ML algorithms, eHealthMe provides a platform for everyone to run phase IV clinical trials. We study millions of patients and 5,000 more each day. Results of our real-world drug study have been referenced on 800+ peer-reviewed medical publications, including The Lancet, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, and Nature. Our analysis results are available to researchers, health care professionals, patients (testimonials), and software developers (open API).

WARNING, DISCLAIMER, USE FOR PUBLICATION

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