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Brinzolamide + Timolol
INFORMATION ABOUT BRINZOLAMIDE + TIMOLOL
Brinzolamide + Timolol Uses
Brinzolamide+Timolol is used in the treatment of ocular hypertension and glaucoma.
How Brinzolamide + Timolol works
Brinzolamide + Timolol is a combination of two medicines: Brinzolamide and Timolol. Brinzolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor while Timolol is a beta blocker. They work by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Common side effects of Brinzolamide + Timolol
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
Blurred vision, Taste change, Eye irritation, Eye pain, Punctate keratitis, Slow heart rate
CONTENT DETAILS
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Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
14 Oct 2022 | 08:42 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Brinzolamide + Timolol
- Brinzolamide + Timolol is a combination of two medicines that lowers high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- It may cause temporary burning or itching sensation in the eye. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.