Timolol

Composition:

Each ml contains Timolol Maleate BP equivalent to Timolol 5 mg.

Description:

Timolol is a beta blocker, used in the reduction of intraocular pressure (IOP) by decreasing the production of aqueous humour.

Indications and usage:

Ocular hypertension, chronic open angel glaucoma, aphakic glaucoma.

Contraindications:

Bronchial asthma, bronchospasm, history of bronchial asthma, uncontrolled congestive cardiac insufficiency, cardiogenic shock, high AV block, Raynaud phenomena, high bradycardia.

Precautions:

Severe cardiac diseases, elderly, asthma, diabetes mellitus, use of contact lenses, premature baby and new born, lactation.

Side-effects:

Visual disturbance, ocular irritation, diplopia, bradycardia, arrhythmia, hypotension, syncope, heart block, cerebral ischemia, palpitation, cardiac arrest, headache, nausea, fatigue.

Drug Interactions:

Beta blockers, Ca channel blocker, catecholamine depletors, adrenaline

Dosage and administration:

1 drop twice daily.

Packing:

Each plastic dropper bottle contains 5 ml sterile Eye Drops.

Store in a cool & dry place, protected from light, use within one month after the first opening & Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.