Timolol Maleate Eye Drops belong to a group of drugs called ‘beta-blockers,’ which are primarily used to treat raised pressure in the eye in glaucoma (damage to the optic nerve) and ocular hypertension (raised fluid pressure inside the eye). Glaucoma is an eye disease that results in damage to the optic nerve (vital for proper vision) because of excessively raised pressure in the eye. Ocular hypertension is an increase in the pressure in the eye caused by poor drainage of intraocular fluid (aqueous humor), which is continually flowing and maintaining the eye’s pressure.
Timolol Maleate Eye Drops help to lower the pressure in the eye by affecting the ciliary body, which decreases the secretion of aqueous humor (the fluid that helps keep the eye pressure normal) in the eye, thereby reducing its entry into the eyeball.
Benefits:
- Timolol Maleate Eye Drops are used to treat high fluid pressure inside the eye (which is called ocular hypertension) and optic nerve damage (glaucoma).
- Particularly, Timolol Maleate Eye Drops lower the manufacturing of watery humor (a liquid that helps keep correct eye pressure) within the eyeball.
- It enhances the drainage of fluid from within the eye into the circulation, thus reducing the heightened eye pressure.
Uses:
- Timolol Maleate Eye Drops are a class of medications known as beta-blockers.
- Used to reduce high intraocular pressure (ocular hypertension).
- This pressure may cause a disease known as glaucoma.
- Excessively high eye pressure can harm your vision.
- It has been used to reduce the pressure by aiding the drainage of fluid from the inside of the eye to the blood system.
Directions to Use:
- Follow your doctor’s instructions for when and how to take your medicine.
- Relax and bend the head backwards.
- With your finger, gently drag down your lower lid to make a lower lid pocket.
- Drops are instilled by the doctor into the pocket of the lower lid.
- Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
- Change the tip of the dispenser when moving from one place to another, and never touch any part of the dispenser tip or other dispenser tip to a surface, as this can contaminate the solution.
Storage:
- Store in a dry, cool location. Keep out of the reach of children and pets. Keep out of direct sunlight.
Dosage:
Follow the directions given by your health care provider for this suspension. Try to put the recommended drops into your eye(s) as prescribed by your healthcare professional to put this suspension in.
Side Effects:
- Redness
- Itching
- Occasional stinging/burning sensations can occur in the eyes.
- Swelling of the eyelid
- Dry eyes
Precautions:
- Timolol maleate eye drops lower high eye pressure and help to prevent loss of vision.
- After giving an eyedrop, pressure will be applied on the corner of the eye (near the nose) for ~1 minute.
- Do not exceed 5-10 minutes before you administer the next dose to the same eye, as it may dilute the previous dose.
- Let your doctor know if you have problems with your lungs and/or your heart, as Timolol Eye Drop may be more harmful if you do.
- There can be a stinging feeling for 1-2 minutes. Let your doctor know if it lasts longer than this.
- Keep for up to 4 weeks from the date of opening the bottle.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the correct way of taking Timolol Eye Drops?
It will probably be dropped into the eyes once or twice daily at the same time until the eye pressure is under control (usually 4 weeks). This can then be instilled as one-time-a-day or as directed by the doctor. Follow your doctor’s orders closely; ask your doctor to explain anything you don’t understand. Take Timolol Maleate Eye Drops as prescribed by your doctor regarding dosage and length of time.
Q. If I feel well at this time, should I stop using Timolol Maleate Eye Drops?
No, do not discontinue the use of Timolol Maleate Eye Drops without talking to your doctor. Suddenly stopping the drug may result in an eye pressure that is not under control and thus increase the risk for loss of vision.
Q. Where are Timolol Maleate Eye Drops IP 0.5 w/v used?
It is prescribed in the treatment of glaucoma and hypertension in the eye.
Q. What is the speed of its work?
Typically begins work in 20-30 minutes.
Q. Does it affect the vision?
Yes, it can have blurred vision for a short time if applied.
Q. Is it suitable for diabetic people?
Yes, but with medical supervision.
Q. Can 5 Timolol Maleate Eye Drops IP 0.5 be taken long-term?
Yes, if used as directed by a doctor of the eyes.
Q. Who is a leading distributor and supplier of Timolol Maleate Eye Drops?
A. Sarthi Lifesciences is a leading distributor and supplier of Timolol Maleate Eye Drops in India.
