Leaflet TIMOPTIC-XE 0.5% 5mg / ml ophthalmic solution
Indicated for: glaucoma; hypertension
Route of administration: ophthalmic
Substance: timolol (beta blocker)
ATC: S01ED01 (Sensory organs | Antiglaucoma preparations and miotics | Beta blocking agents)
This medicine may cause dizziness or vertigo.
May lower blood pressure and increase the risk of falls.
Older people may have an increased risk of side effects.
Timolol is a beta-blocker primarily used for the treatment of glaucoma and ocular hypertension. It reduces intraocular pressure by decreasing the production of aqueous humor in the eye, thereby preventing optic nerve damage.
The medication is available as eye drops and should be administered as directed by a doctor. Typically, one drop is applied to the affected eye once or twice daily.
Patients should be aware of potential side effects, such as eye irritation, dryness, or blurred vision. It is important to inform the doctor of any unusual symptoms or the use of other medications.
Common side effects include eye irritation, a burning or stinging sensation upon application, and dryness. In rare cases, systemic reactions such as bradycardia or breathing difficulties may occur. Patients should be informed of these risks before starting treatment.
General data about TIMOPTIC-XE 0.5% 5mg / ml
- Substance: timolol
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-07-2013
- Product code: W42575001
- Concentration: 5mg / ml
- Pharmaceutical form: ophthalmic solution
- Quantity: 1
- Product type: Original
- Prescription status: P-6L - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Pharmaceutical forms available for timolol
Concentrations available for timolol
- 0.25%
- 0.5%
- 1mg/g
- 1mg/ml
- 2.5mg/ml
- 5mg/ml