Timolol + Brimonidine
Information about Timolol + Brimonidine
Timolol + brimonidine uses
Timolol+Brimonidine is used in the treatment of ocular hypertension and glaucoma.
How timolol + brimonidine works
This is a combination of two medicines: Timolol and Brimonidine. Timolol is a beta blocker while Brimonidine is a sympathomimetic. They work by decreasing the production of aqueous humor (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Common side effects of timolol + brimonidine
Headache, Dryness in mouth, Allergic conjunctivitis, Follicular conjunctivitis, Conjunctival hyperemia, Eye itching, Burning eyes, Stinging in the eyes, Weakness, Eyelid inflammation, Corneal erosion, Depression, Eye pain, Eyelid swelling, Eyelid itching, High blood pressure, Sleepiness, Superficial punctate keratitis, Visual disturbance, Allergic reaction, Diarrhea, Double vision, Eye fatigue, Hypertonia (increased muscle tone)
Available Medicine for Timolol + Brimonidine
Expert advice for Timolol + Brimonidine
- Timolol + Brimonidine is a combination of two medicines that lowers high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- It may cause temporary burning or itching sensation in the eye. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Frequently asked questions for Timolol + Brimonidine
Timolol + Brimonidine
Q. How to use Timolol+Brimonidine?
Wash your hands before applying Timolol+Brimonidine to avoid contamination, and do not touch the tip of the dropper. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Timolol+Brimonidine. For applying Timolol+Brimonidine, tilt your head back, look up, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch and then put the drops in the pouch.
Q. Can Timolol+Brimonidine be stopped when symptoms are relieved?
No, Timolol+Brimonidine should be continued as advised by the doctor. If any problems are experienced due to the use of Timolol+Brimonidine, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
Q. Can the use of Timolol+Brimonidine cause blurry vision?
Timolol+Brimonidine can blur your eyes for a short period of time. Avoid driving or operating machinery just after using Timolol+Brimonidine.