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    Overview - Timolol

    Common brand names: Timoptic

    This medication is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye diseases (such as ocular hypertension).

    May Treat: Ocular hypertension · Open angle glaucoma

    Brand Names: Timoptic · Betimol

    Drug Class: Ophthalmic - Intraocular Pressure Reducing Agents, Beta-blockers

    Availability: Prescription Required

    Pregnancy: Consult a doctor before using

    Lactation: Consult a doctor before using

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    Side effects

    Common side effects

    • Ocular itching
    • Eyelid erythema
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Upper respiratory infection
    • Dizziness
    • Ocular discharge
    • Ocular pain

    Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur

    • Dizziness
    • Eye pain/swelling/discharge
    • Slow/irregular heartbeat
    • Muscle weakness
    • Mental/mood changes
    • Coldness/numbness/pain in the hands or feet

    Tell your doctor right away if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur

    • Vision changes
    • Unusual tiredness/weakness

    Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur

    • Trouble breathing
    • Sudden unexplained weight gain
    • Chest pain
    • Weakness on one side of the body
    • Slurred speech
    • Confusion
    • Persistent dizziness
    • Fainting

    A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include

    • Rash
    • Itching/swelling
    • Severe dizziness
    • Trouble breathing

    Other things to note

    • Temporary blurred vision, temporary burning/stinging/itching/redness of the eye, watery eyes, dry eyes, feeling as if something is in the eye, or headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

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    Precautions

    • If available, read the patient package insert
    • Don't use if solution has particles or color change
    • May wear contact lenses 15 min. after using drug.
    • Wait 10 minutes before other eye medications.
    • May cause blurred vision
    • Review all drugs you are taking with your doctor
    • Do not freeze
    • May mask signs of low blood sugar in diabetics

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    What are the side effects of timolol?
    While less common, the most serious side effects of timolol are described below, along with what to do if they happen. Heart Rate Changes. Timolol can make your heart beat slower than normal (bradycardia). Call your healthcare provider right away if you have any of the following symptoms of bradycardia. Decreased Blood Pressure (Hypotension).
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    Warnings

    • For the eye. ; If you are using other eye medications, wait at least 10 minutes before applying them unless directed otherwise. ;

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    Interactions

    Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you've had:

    • Kidney disease
    • Liver disease
    • Diabetes
    • Low blood flow to the brain (cerebrovascular insufficiency)
    • Overactive thyroid disease
    • Muscle weakness disorders
    • Severe allergies

    Products that may interact with this drug include:

    • Oral beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol)
    • Clonidine
    • Certain antidepressants (e.g., SSRIs such as fluoxetine)
    • Digoxin
    • Epinephrine
    • Fingolimod
    • Methyldopa
    • Quinidine

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    Source: First Databank. For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice.
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