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Timolol vs. Lasix

Timolol is an eye drop medication that's used to lower pressure within the eye and treat glaucoma. This medication belongs to the drug class called beta blockers. Timolol can be used by itself or together with other eye drops. The usual dosage is a drop of timolol into the eye(s) once or twice a day. Common side effects include burning or stinging after you put in the eye drops, but this is generally a temporary feeling. Although the brand name Timoptic was discontinued, the generic version is still available.

• High pressure in the eye caused by ocular hypertension (high pressure inside the eye) or open-angle glaucoma (the most common type of glaucoma)

• Temporary burning or stinging in the eye after using

• Higher risk for heart failure
• Not recommended for people with breathing problems
• Hidden symptoms of low blood sugar
• Hidden symptoms of overactive thyroid
• Worsening of myasthenia gravis

Furosemide (Lasix) is a loop diuretic, a type of water pill. Furosemide (Lasix) is used to relieve swelling from extra fluids in children and adults. This medication can also lower blood pressure, though it's not a first-choice option for this condition. Furosemide (Lasix) comes as a tablet that's taken by mouth, typically once or twice daily. It's also available as an oral solution for people who've trouble swallowing tablets. Furosemide (Lasix) will cause you to urinate more often as a side effect, so it's best to not take this medication too close to bedtime.

• Swelling (edema) due to heart failure, liver problems, or kidney problems
• High blood pressure

• Urinating more often
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Feeling off balance when you get up suddenly
• Skin sensitive to the sun

• Dehydration and electrolyte imbalance
• Caution in people with liver problems
• Hearing problems
• Problems with urination
• Allergic reaction
• Gout