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timolol
Used for Eye Pressure, Glaucoma
Used for Eye Pressure, Glaucoma
Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) is a preservative-free eye drop that's used to lower pressure within the eye and treat glaucoma in people 2 years and older. This medication is a beta blocker. Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) comes as individual, single-use eye drop dispensers; the brand-name and generic versions are both available. Common side effects include burning or stinging after you put in the eye drops, but this is generally a temporary feeling. This medication is used by itself or with other eye drops that aren't beta blockers.
What is Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol)?
What is Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) used 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)
How Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) works
Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) is a beta blocker that lowers the amount of fluid in the eye. When there's less fluid inside the eye, the eye pressure goes down.
Drug facts
| Common Brands | Timoptic in Ocudose |
|---|---|
| Drug Class | Beta blocker |
| Controlled Substance Classification | Not a controlled medication |
| Generic Status | Lower-cost generic available |
| Availability | Prescription only |
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Side effects of Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol)
The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Temporary burning or stinging in eye after using
Less Common Side Effects
- Red eyes
- Crusty lashes
- Eye pain
- Feeling like there's something in your eye
- Itchy eyes
- More tears than usual
- Headache
- Dizziness
Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Trouble breathing: shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness
- Heart failure: shortness of breath; fatigue; swelling in the legs, ankles and feet
- Allergic reactions: rash around your eyes or face, closing of the throat, hives, swelling
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The following Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
Chest pain or discomfort
lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
shortness of breath
slow or irregular heartbeat
unusual tiredness
Rare
Noisy breathing
small clicking, bubbling, or rattling sounds in the lung when listening with a stethoscope
swelling of hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
Blurred vision
continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in ears
headache
hearing loss
nervousness
pounding in the ears
sweating
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Rare
Acid or sour stomach
belching
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
decreased interest in sexual intercourse
feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
inability to have or keep an erection
indigestion
lack or loss of strength
loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
sensation of spinning
stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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$490.09
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$77.29
Pros and cons of Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol)
Pros
- Works well to treat high eye pressure
- Free of preservatives, so might be a good option for people with contact lenses or people whose eyes are sensitive to preservative ingredients
- Usually only used once or twice daily
Cons
- Can cause some burning and stinging in the eye
- Must use right away after opening; can't store it for later use
- Shouldn't use if you have asthma or other lung conditions
Pharmacist tips for Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol)
- Keep each eye drop dispenser of Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) inside the protective foil packaging to prevent the medication from evaporating. If you've opened the foil wrapping, use the eye drop dispensers that are inside within a month. If it's been open for longer than a month, throw the eye drops away.
- Wash your hands before placing the Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) drops in your eyes. Don't let the dropper tip touch your eye or any other surface, and don't touch the tip with your hands. This prevents the medication from getting contaminated with germs and can help you avoid getting an eye infection.
- Throw away each Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) eye drop dispenser after you've used it, even if there's medication left inside. Since it doesn't contain any preservatives, germs can grow more easily in the medication if it's saved for later use. And using contaminated eye drops puts you at risk for eye infections.
- If you need to use other eye drops in addition to Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol), wait at least 5 minutes between each product so your eye can fully absorb each medication.
- It's not easy to tell whether your eye pressure is improving at home. Be sure to use Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) as prescribed, even if you don't see any difference in your symptoms or vision right away.
- Store Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) eye drops at room temperature and away from light. Never freeze Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) because this could damage the medication.
Risks and warnings for Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol)
Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.
Higher risk for heart failure
- Risk factors: Congestive heart failure | Second- or third-degree heart block
In rare cases, some people developed heart failure while they used beta-blocking medications like Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol). People who already have heart failure might be at risk for worsening heart problems with this medication. Make sure your care team is aware of your medical history. And talk to your primary care provider if you notice swelling in your feet or ankles, a fast or irregular pulse, or shortness of breath when you lie down or exercise. These might be signs of heart problems.
Not recommended for people with breathing problems
- Risk factors: History of asthma | History of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) | History of other lung problems
Beta blocker medications like Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) usually aren't recommended for people with lung problems, like asthma and COPD. This is because beta blockers can cause the airways to become narrower, which can make it harder to breathe. But the risk for breathing problems specifically with Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) isn't well known. So make sure your care team knows if you have or have ever had any lung problems or conditions before you start using this medication to check whether it's safe for you.
Hidden symptoms of low blood sugar
- Risk factors: Diabetes
Beta blockers can cause people with diabetes to not notice symptoms of low blood sugar, except for sweating and dizziness. It's possible for some Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) to get absorbed into your bloodstream and cause this effect. Though rare, it's important to be aware of this risk. Talk to your primary care provider to see whether you should check your blood sugar more often if you're using Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol).
Hidden symptoms of overactive thyroid
Beta blockers can cause people with an overactive thyroid to not recognize the signs of hyperthyroidism, such as a fast heart rate. It's possible for some Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) to be absorbed into your bloodstream and cause this effect. Although rare, it's good to be aware of this risk. Make sure your primary care provider knows that you're using Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) so they can monitor your thyroid problem more closely.
Worsening of myasthenia gravis
In some rare cases, Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) can worsen symptoms like muscle weakness in people who have myasthenia gravis. Watch out for worsening symptoms if you have myasthenia gravis and let the specialist who's monitoring your condition know if this happens to you.
Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) dosage
The average cost for 1 carton of 0.3ml eye dropper of 0.5% of Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) is $77.29 with a free GoodRx coupon. This is 84.23% off the average retail price of $490.09. 
Carton
Carton| Dosage | Quantity | Price as low as | Price per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3ml eye dropper of 0.5% | 1 carton | $77.29 | $77.29 |
| 0.3ml eye dropper of 0.25% | 1 carton | $128.83 | $128.83 |
Typical dosage for Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol)
The typical starting dose is 1 drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily.
If your eye pressure comes down and stays down, your optometrist or ophthalmologist might lower your dose to 1 drop in the affected eye(s) once a day.
Interactions between Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) and other drugs
Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol). Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
- Albuterol
- Ceritinib
- Crizotinib
- Dronedarone
- Fenoldopam
- Fingolimod
- Formoterol
- Indacaterol
- Iobenguane I 131
- Iohexol
- Lacosamide
- Levalbuterol
- Olodaterol
- Oxymetazoline
- Paroxetine
- Ponesimod
- Rivastigmine
- Salmeterol
- Terbutaline
- Vilanterol
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
- Aceclofenac
- Acemetacin
- Amtolmetin Guacil
- Aspirin
- Bromfenac
- Bufexamac
- Celecoxib
- Choline Salicylate
- Clonixin
- Dexibuprofen
- Dexketoprofen
- Diclofenac
- Diflunisal
- Dipyrone
- Droxicam
- Etodolac
- Etofenamate
- Etoricoxib
- Felbinac
- Fenoprofen
- Fepradinol
- Feprazone
- Floctafenine
- Flufenamic Acid
- Flurbiprofen
- Ibuprofen
- Indomethacin
- Ketoprofen
- Ketorolac
- Lornoxicam
- Loxoprofen
- Lumiracoxib
- Meclofenamate
- Mefenamic Acid
- Meloxicam
- Morniflumate
- Nabumetone
- Naproxen
- Nepafenac
- Niflumic Acid
- Nimesulide
- Nimesulide Beta Cyclodextrin
- Oxaprozin
- Oxyphenbutazone
- Parecoxib
- Phenylbutazone
- Piketoprofen
- Piroxicam
- Pranoprofen
- Proglumetacin
- Propyphenazone
- Proquazone
- Rofecoxib
- Salicylic Acid
- Salsalate
- Sodium Salicylate
- St John's Wort
- Sulindac
- Tenoxicam
- Tiaprofenic Acid
- Tolfenamic Acid
- Tolmetin
- Valdecoxib
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Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) contraindications
Contraindications are specific health conditions or situations in which a person should not take a medication due to safety concerns. If you have any of the following conditions or if any of the following apply to you, let your healthcare provider know because Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol) will not be safe for you to take.
- Asthma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Sinus bradycardia (slow heart rate)
- Second- or third-degree heart block
- Heart failure
- Cardiogenic shock
What are alternatives to Timoptic in Ocudose (timolol)?
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