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Generic Name : Timolol Ophthalmic
Pronunciation : tye' moe lole
Trade Name(s):
India- Timol, Alpa Timolol, Timdus, O -Clean, Timanol Eye, Timolol, Timipar Drop, Glucotim, Timanol Eye , Timoblu, Iotim, Glutim, Timolen, Timorite, Oculan, Calmol, Moloptic Eye, Lopres, Ocu -Lol, Teoptic, Ocutim, Ocupres, Gunil Ophth, Timolo, Iotim, Vemol. International- Betimol, Timoptic-XE. This medication is a non-selective beta-adrenergic receptor blocker, prescribed for high blood pressure, heart attack, and migraine headaches. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : The usual starting dose is one drop of 0.25 percent solution in the affected eye(s) twice a day. How it should be taken : It comes as eye drops to instill into the affected eyes as directed by your physician. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of breathing problems, heart disease, sugar, stroke, blood clot, blood circulation problems, thyroid disorder, kidney disease, liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * It may affect blood sugar; monitor sugar level regularly. Side Effects : Eye - Dry eyes, itching, foreign body sensation, discomfort in the eye, redness, conjunctival injection and headache. Body as a whole - Allergic reactions, weakness, common cold and pain in extremities. Heart - High blood pressure. Gastrointestinal - Nausea. Metabolic - Swelling in the extremities. Central Nervous System - Dizziness and dry mouth. Respiratory - Respiratory infection and sinusitis. * Wash your hands thoroughly after using this medication. Storage Conditions : Store this medication at room temperature and out of the reach of children. |
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