BETAGAN vs METOPROLOL TARTRATE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. BETAGAN and METOPROLOL TARTRATE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	BETAGAN	METOPROLOL TARTRATE
Rating	72/100	60/100
Pharmacy pays	$2.72 /mL	~$0.58 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	LEVOBUNOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE	METOPROLOL TARTRATE
Manufacturer	Allergan	Hospira
Dosage forms	Drops	Injectable, Solution, Tablet
Drug class	Beta-Adrenergic Blocker	Beta-Adrenergic Blocker
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	—	about 3 to 4 hours
Treats	Open-Angle Glaucoma	Angina Pectoris, Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter

betagan metoprolol tartrate

Rating

72/100

60/100

Pharmacy pays

$2.72 /mL

~$0.58 /30

Type

Active ingredient

LEVOBUNOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE

METOPROLOL TARTRATE

Manufacturer

Allergan

Hospira

Dosage forms

Drops

Injectable, Solution, Tablet

Drug class

Beta-Adrenergic Blocker

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

—

about 3 to 4 hours

Treats

Open-Angle Glaucoma

Angina Pectoris, Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Betagan or Metoprolol Tartrate?

By our independent rating, Betagan scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.0 out of 5 for Metoprolol Tartrate. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

What is the difference between Betagan and Metoprolol Tartrate?

Betagan contains Levobunolol Hydrochloride, while Metoprolol Tartrate contains Metoprolol Tartrate — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.