Timolol Eye Drops
Timolol 0.5% eye drops, a beta blocker that lowers eye pressure in open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension, the ingredient in Timoptic.
- Conditions
- Open-angle Glaucoma · Ocular Hypertension
- Alternative names
- Timoptol
- Therapeutic class
- Beta Blocker
- Pharmacological class
- Non-selective Beta-adrenergic Antagonist
- Minor side effects
- eye irritation; dry eyes; blurred vision
- Moderate side effects
- conjunctivitis; blepharitis
- Dosage forms
- Eye drops, solution
- Administration route
- Ocular use
- Originator
- Santen
- Onset time
- 20–30 minutes
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, protect from light.
- Drug interactions
- calcium channel blockers; oral beta-blockers
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in elderly patients.
Contraindications
history of asthma; severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; bradycardia; cardiogenic shock
Precautions and warnings
may cause systemic beta-blockade effects; remove contact lenses before application
Serious side effects
bradycardia, requires immediate medical attention; bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Timolol 0.5% eye drops, used in the management of open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. A beta-blocker that cuts aqueous humour production.
Mechanism of action
Timolol reduces intraocular pressure by decreasing the production of aqueous humour in the ciliary body of the eye via beta-adrenergic blockade.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: Use with caution as it is distributed into breast milk.
Timolol is a beta blocker that lowers pressure inside the eye by reducing the amount of fluid the eye makes. As eye drops it is used for open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension, alone or with other glaucoma drops. This is the 0.5% solution; the original brands are Timoptic and Timoptol.
Even as eye drops, timolol can reach the bloodstream. Tell your doctor first if you have thyroid, heart or lung disease, heart failure, myasthenia gravis or diabetes, and stop using it and call your doctor straight away if you have a slow or irregular heartbeat, difficulty breathing or fainting (MedlinePlus).
Buying Timolol Eye Drops online
Generic timolol eye drops from India are inexpensive. Glaucoma treatment needs regular eye pressure checks.
FAQ
What is Timolol Eye Drops used for?
Timolol Eye Drops contains timolol, used for open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. Timolol reduces intraocular pressure by decreasing the production of aqueous humour in the ciliary body of the eye via beta-adrenergic blockade.
Is the Timolol Eye Drops sold here the branded version?
No. Timolol Eye Drops is the originator brand name, made by Santen, and VGR Australia uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (timolol) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How is Timolol Eye Drops priced?
Timolol Eye Drops comes in a 0.5% strength, in packs of 2 to 6 bottles, and the price per bottle for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per bottle. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
How quickly does Timolol Eye Drops work?
Timolol usually starts to work within 20 to 30 minutes, and its effect lasts about 12 to 24 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What side effects can Timolol Eye Drops cause?
The common side effects of timolol are eye irritation, dry eyes and blurred vision. Less common ones include conjunctivitis and blepharitis. Serious but less common side effects include bradycardia and bronchospasm, which need urgent medical attention.
Can I take Timolol Eye Drops with other medicines?
Timolol can interact with calcium channel blockers and oral beta-blockers. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Timolol Eye Drops.
What is another brand name for timolol?
Other brands of timolol include Timoptol.
Can I order Timolol Eye Drops online without a prescription?
Yes, online. VGR Australia does not ask for a prescription to order timolol. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Timolol Eye Drops delivered in Australia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Timolol Eye Drops is the originator brand name, made by Santen. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Santen and do not ship the original Timolol Eye Drops.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Timolol) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.