Description
Brimonidine and Timolol Eye Drops can be used to treat ocular hypertension and glaucoma. They can treat open-angle glaucoma and excessive eye pressure (ocular hypertension). Brimonidine is a sympathomimetic, and Timolol is a beta-blocker. They act by lowering the elevated ocular pressure by reducing the formation of aqueous humor (fluid in the eye).
Benefits of Brimonidine and Timolol Eye Drops
These Eye Drops treat open-angle glaucoma and excessive eye pressure (ocular hypertension). Brimonidine and Timolol in the form of ophthalmic solution make up this Eye Drop series (eye drops).
Brimonidine is a sympathomimetic medication, meaning it mimics sympathetic nerve reactions. It works by constricting blood vessels and lowering the flow of aqueous humor. Timolol is a member of the ‘beta-blocker’ class of anti-hypertensive medications, which are principally used to manage high ocular pressure. It reduces aqueous humor secretion by the ciliary body in the eye, resulting in a reduction in eye pressure.
Precautions of Brimonidine and Timolol Eye Drops
- Don’t use this drop without consulting your doctor.
- If you have a problem like eye infection, closed-angle glaucoma, Thyroid, asthma, COPD, or High and low blood pressure, please avoid using this medicine.
- Clean Your hand After using this eyedrop.
- Use these drops externally and do not drink them.
- If you are breastfeeding, please do not use this medicine.
Side Effects of Brimonidine and Timolol Eye Drops
Here are a few side effects you may experience while using these drops.
- Itching
- Stinging sensations
- Foreign body sensations
- Burning sensations in the eyes
- Redness, impaired vision
- Weariness
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Dry mouth
These adverse effects do not necessitate medical treatment and will fade away with time. Although not all of these side effects are likely to occur, if they do, medical treatment may be required.
Direction of Brimonidine and Timolol Eye Drops
This medication is an ophthalmic solution that can be used on the eyes (eye drops). Based on your medical condition, your doctor will tell you how often you should take Brimonidine and Timolol. One drop in the afflicted eye(s) twice daily, roughly 12 hours apart, is the standard adult dose for glaucoma and ocular hypertension. If you’re using more than one ophthalmic drug, give each one a five-minute break between doses.
