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Compare Timolol vs. Lasix

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  • Timolol
    Furosemide (Lasix)
  • Timolol
    Furosemide (Lasix)

  • Summary of Timolol vs. Lasix

    Summary for Beta blocker
    Prescription only

    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.

    Summary for Diuretic (water pill)
    Prescription only

    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.

  • Indications of Timolol vs. Lasix

    Indications for
    •High pressure in the eye caused by ocular hypertension (high pressure inside the eye) or open-angle glaucoma (the most common type of glaucoma)
    Indications for
    •Swelling (edema) due to heart failure, liver problems, or kidney problems
    •High blood pressure

  • Pros and Cons of Timolol vs. Lasix

    Pros and Const for Beta blocker
    Pros
    •Works well to treat high eye pressure
    •Usually only need to take once or twice daily
    •Lower-cost generic version available
    Cons
    •Can cause some burning and stinging in the eye
    •Shouldn't use if you have asthma or other lung problems
    •Shouldn't take if you have uncontrolled heart failure, second- or third-degree heart block, or sinus bradycardia (a chronically low heart rate)
    Pros and Const for Diuretic (water pill)
    Pros
    •Starts working within an hour after you take it
    •Available in liquid form for children or people who have trouble swallowing pills
    •Available as a lower-cost generic medication
    Cons
    •Not a good choice for people with a sulfa allergy
    •Might cause you to urinate in the middle of the night if you take it later in the day
    •Can make you more dizzy and raise your risk for falling down

  • Common Side Effects of Timolol vs. Lasix

    Common Side Effects for
    •Temporary burning or stinging in the eye after using
    Common Side Effects for
    •Urinating more often
    •Dizziness
    •Headache
    •Feeling off balance when you get up suddenly
    •Skin sensitive to the sun

  • Warnings of Timolol vs. Lasix

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

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