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What are the Timolol side effects, uses, and precautions_

Timolol eye drops in the United States is considered to be an essential medicine with more than 4 million prescriptions, it is used for two purposes: for treatment of hypertension ( high blood pressure), and glaucoma. When taken by mouth, it is for the treatment of hypertension, and when taken by eye drops, it is for the treatment of glaucoma ( a condition in which you are losing your vision).

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What are the Timolol side effects, uses, and precautions_

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  1. What are the Timolol side effects, uses, and precautions? Drugs, Herbs and Supplements

  2. Why is Timolol eye drop prescribed? Timolol eye dropsin the United States is considered to be an essential medicine with more than 4 million prescriptions, it is used for two purposes: for treatment of hypertension ( high blood pressure), and glaucoma. When taken by mouth, it is for the treatment of hypertension, and when taken by eye drops, it is for the treatment of glaucoma ( a condition in which you are losing your vision).

  3. How to use Timolol drops? Timolol drops are used twice a day for 4 weeks after that it's one time a day. Consult your doctor or pharmacist to understand how to use it, as timolol can only control glaucoma it does not cure it.

  4. Any special dietary plans that I should follow? There is no need to follow any special diet plan until and unless your doctor has given you any special instructions.

  5. side effects of timolol eye drops Some common side effects- • Headache • Depression • eye irritation. • double vision. • dizziness. • nausea. Serious side effects- • swelling of the feet or lower legs. • difficulty breathing. • fainting. • slow or irregular heartbeat. • sudden weight gain.

  6. What happens if I overdose? Some of the symptoms listed in the previous slide happens because of overdosing, consult your doctor immediately if you are experiencing any of these symptoms.

  7. Brand names Brands which make Timolol eye drops- • Timoptic • Betimol • Timoptic GFS • Timoptic-XE

  8. Other important information Don’t miss out on any of your appointment with your doctor. If your condition is not improving and getting worst, consult your doctor immediately, your dose may need to be adjusted again. If your body is showing any kind of side effects, consult your doctor immediately

  9. Thank you

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