Timoptic
Formulated to target elevated intraocular pressure and to mitigate risk of vision impairment.
Strengths: 0.5%
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Timoptol
- Therapeutic class
Beta Blocker
- Pharmacological class
Non-selective Beta-adrenergic Antagonist
- Minor side effects
eye irritation; dry eyes; blurred vision
- Moderate side effects
conjunctivitis; blepharitis
- Dosage forms
Eye drops, solution
- Administration route
Ocular use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Santen
- Onset Time
20–30 minutes
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C, protect from light.
- Drug interactions
calcium channel blockers; oral beta-blockers
- Age restrictions
Use with caution in elderly patients.
Contraindications
history of asthma; severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; bradycardia; cardiogenic shock
Precautions and warnings
may cause systemic beta-blockade effects; remove contact lenses before application
Serious side effects
bradycardia — requires immediate medical attention; bronchospasm — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to target elevated intraocular pressure and to mitigate risk of vision impairment.
Mechanism of action
Timolol reduces intraocular pressure by decreasing the production of aqueous humour in the ciliary body of the eye via beta-adrenergic blockade.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: Use with caution as it is distributed into breast milk.
Timoptic
Formulated to target elevated intraocular pressure and to mitigate risk of vision impairment.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Timolol
- Listed indication(s): Open-angle Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension