Timoptic is used for treatment of increased pressure in the eye (ocular hypertension) and open–angle glaucoma.

Drug Uses
Timoptic is used for treatment of increased pressure in the eye (ocular hypertension) and open–angle glaucoma. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

How Taken
Before using Timoptic contact lenses should be removed. Wait 15 minutes before putting your contacts back in after using Timoptic. Unless told otherwise by your doctor, wash your hands, tilt your head back. Using your index finger, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Drop the medicine into the pouch and gently close your eyes. Immediately use your finger to apply pressure to the inside corner of the eye and continue to apply pressure for 1 or 2 minutes after using the medicine. Do not blink. Keep your eyes closed for 1 or 2 minutes. Remove excess medicine around your eye with a clean tissue, being careful not to touch your eye. Wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them. To prevent germs from entering your medicine, do not touch the dropper tip to any surface, including your eye. Keep the container tightly closed. Use this medicine at least 10 minutes before or after any other medicine that you put in your eye. Using Timoptic at the same time each day will help you remember to use it. Continue to use Timoptic even if you feel well.

Warnings/Precautions
Before taking Timoptic, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances, if you are allergic to any ingredient in Timoptic, if you have a history of lung or breathing problems (eg, bronchitis, COPD, emphysema), diabetes, low blood sugar, heart problems, certain muscle problems (eg, myasthenia gravis, muscle weakness), blood vessel problems, or an overactive thyroid, if you have narrow–angle glaucoma, double vision, a drooping eyelid, or an eye infection or injury, if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast–feeding. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Timoptic while you are pregnant. Timoptic is found in breast milk. Do not breast–feed while taking Timoptic. Some medicines may interact with Timoptic. Therefore tell your doctor of all prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement that you are taking. Do not use Timoptic if you have severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or a history of asthma, have a heart block, heart failure, or an unusually slow heartbeat, if you are in shock caused by severe heart problems or you are using another beta–blocker eye drop (eg, betaxolol). Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Timoptic before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery. Contact your doctor if you have an eye injury or infection, or if you will be having eye surgery. Timoptic may hide signs of low blood sugar, such as a rapid heartbeat. Be sure to watch for other signs of low blood sugar. Low blood sugar may make you anxious, sweaty, weak, dizzy, drowsy, or faint. It may also make your vision change, give you a headache, chills, or tremors, or make you hungrier. If you are a diabetic check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine. Timoptic may cause harm if it is swallowed. If you may have taken it by mouth, contact your poison control center or emergency room immediately. Timoptic should be used with extreme caution in children. Safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.

Missed Dose
If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. However if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the Missed Dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Possible Side Effects
Some of the Possible Side Effects are- Blurred vision, dizziness, dry eyes, feeling that something is in your eye, headache, increased tear production, minor burning, itching, or stinging of the eye, nausea. Contact your doctor if any of these or other side effects occur. If you experience any of the following serious side effects, you should seek medical attention immediately- allergic reactions (rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue), chest pain or discomfort, confusion, eye irritation, swelling, pain, or discharge, eyelid pain, redness, scaling, drooping, or swelling, fainting, pain, numbness, weakness, or tingling of an arm or leg, severe or persistent headache or dizziness, shortness of breath, slow or irregular heartbeat, swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet, vision changes.

Storage
Store Timoptic at 59 – 86 °F (15 – 30 °C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Timoptic out of the reach of children.

Overdose
If overdose is suspected seek medical attention immediately. Some of the symptoms of Timoptic overdose are- chest pain, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, severe or persistent dizziness or headache, slow or irregular heartbeat.

More Information
Timoptic may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. These effects may worsen if Timoptic is taken with alcohol or certain other medications. Use Timoptic with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to this drug. If your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen, contact your doctor. Timoptic should be used only by the patient for whom it has been prescribed. Do not take less or more or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Disclaimer
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