Timotic Eye Drop is a prescription medicine having a combination of medicines that is used for the treatment of pressure in the eyes (ocular hypertension) and glaucoma. It works by decreasing the pressure of fluid in the eye (aqueous humor), which helps in lowering the increased eye pressure.

Timotic Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Check the label thoroughly for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

The most common side effects include burning sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case by accident, this medicine goes into your ears, nose, or mouth, rinse it off with plenty of water. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Timotic Eye Drop

Treatment of Ocular hypertension
Treatment of Glaucoma

Benefits of Timotic Eye Drop

In Treatment of Ocular hypertension

Ocular hypertension is a condition where the pressure inside the eye is higher than normal eye pressure due to fluid build-up. Timotic Eye Drop increases the flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. This prevents further damage or complications such as change in vision or even loss of vision. You should only use Timotic Eye Drop in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor.

In Treatment of Glaucoma

Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages the optic nerve which is essential for proper vision. This damage is often caused by an abnormally high pressure in the eye. Timotic Eye Drop is used to reduce swelling and pressure inside the eye. This helps prevent complications of glaucoma such as blindness and improves the vision. This medicine may be used alone or with other eye drops. Glaucoma cannot be prevented. Frequent monitoring, regular checkups can help detect the disease in its early stages.

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Side effects of Timotic Eye Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Timotic

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Blurred vision

How to use Timotic Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

How Timotic Eye Drop works

Timotic Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Timolol and Oxychloro Complex. Timolol is a beta blocker. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. Oxychloro Complex is a preservative.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Timotic Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Timotic Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Timotic Eye Drop alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
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Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Timotic Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Timotic Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Timotic Eye Drop helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
After applying Timotic Eye Drop, close your eyes, and place one finger at the corner of your eye. Apply gentle pressure for 1 to 2 minutes before opening your eyes. This will prevent the medication from draining out.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Patient concerns

I have been taking Timolet OD drops everyday for the last three months to help with high ocular pressure. Lately I have been feeling opaqueness in vision.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Visit glaucoma specialist for eye examination

Golucoma in eye pain in eye both

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Glaucoma needs prompt treatment Visit glaucoma specialist

FAQs

What is the right way to use Timotic Eye Drop?

Always wash your hands before (and after) using Timotic Eye Drop. This prevents you from passing the infection from one eye to the other. Remove the cap just before using your medicine and replace it as soon as you have finished. Avoid touching the nozzle of the bottle with your fingers. Tilt your head back and gently pull down your lower eyelid with a clean finger. Hold the bottle over the eye and allow a single drop to fall into the space between your lower lid and your eye. Close your eye and gently press your finger over the inside corner of your eye (over the eyelid) for about a minute. This helps prevent the drop from draining out of the eye. Repeat in your other eye if your doctor has told you to do this.

How many times should I use Timotic Eye Drop in a day?

Ideally, you should use one drop in each eye, two times a day or as prescribed by your doctor. If the eye pressure is maintained at satisfactory levels, the dosage schedule may be changed to one drop once a day in the affected eye(s). Do not change the dosage without consulting your doctor.

Does Timotic Eye Drop cause blurred vision?

When you instill the eye drops for the first time, it can make your eyes watery and may sometimes cause blurred vision. If this happens, it will quickly clear. Make sure you can see clearly again before you drive, or use tools or machines.

I am experiencing headaches after the start of the treatment with Timotic Eye Drop. Is this normal?

Although rare, headache is one of the side effects of Timotic Eye Drop. You may ask your doctor to recommend a suitable painkiller. If the headache continues, speak with your doctor.

When should I seek a doctor’s advice?

You should contact your doctor immediately if you develop swelling in the eyelids, eye pain, dry eye(s), foreign body sensation in the eyes, headache, and discharge from the eyes. Also, inform your doctor if you had or have any scheduled eye surgery.

Can I use Timotic Eye Drop if I wear contact lenses?

If you usually wear contact lenses, do not wear them while you're using Timotic Eye Drop. You can re-insert the lens 15 minutes after using Timotic Eye Drop. Contact your doctor if there is any eye irritation that persists.

Can I use any other eye drop along with Timotic Eye Drop?

Always consult your doctor before using any other eye drops along with Timotic Eye Drop. It is advisable to give a gap of at least 10-15 minutes between the two medications.

In which conditions the use of Timotic Eye Drop should be avoided?

Use of Timotic Eye Drop should be avoided in patients who are allergic to it or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using this medicine for the first time, consult your doctor.

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References

Drugs.com. Timolol. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Timolol. Fareham, Hampshire: FDC International Ltd.; 2000 [revised 24 Dec. 2015] (online) Available from:

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