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Compare Timolol vs. Levobunolol

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  • Timolol
    Levobunolol (Betagan)
  • Timolol
    Levobunolol (Betagan)

  • Summary of Timolol vs. Levobunolol

    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 Beta blocker
    Prescription only

    Levobunolol, also known under the brand name Betagan, is an ophthalmic (eye) medication that helps lower the pressure within the eye. It's approved for adults with glaucoma or ocular hypertension (high pressure in the eye). This medication is a beta blocker that helps lower the amount of fluid in the eye. Levobunolol (Betagan) comes as 0.5% eye drops that used once or twice a day. Potential side effects include temporary burning and stinging in the eye.

  • Indications of Timolol vs. Levobunolol

    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
    •High pressure in the eye caused by open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension

  • Pros and Cons of Timolol vs. Levobunolol

    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 Beta blocker
    Pros
    •Typically used once a day for mild glaucoma
    •Doesn't need to be refrigerated
    •Can use together with other eye drops to lower eye pressure if it doesn't work well enough on its own
    Cons
    •Can cause some burning and stinging in the eye
    •Can't use if you have asthma or other lung problems
    •Might be difficult for some people to place the drops in the eye

  • Common Side Effects of Timolol vs. Levobunolol

    Common Side Effects for
    •Temporary burning or stinging in the eye after using
    Common Side Effects for
    •Temporary burning or stinging in the eye (up to 33%)

  • Warnings of Timolol vs. Levobunolol

    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
    •Risk of heart failure
    •Caution in people with blood circulation problems
    •Not recommended for people with breathing problems
    •Hidden symptoms of low blood sugar
    •Hidden symptoms of overactive thyroid
    •Worsening of myasthenia gravis
    •Risk of allergic reaction

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