Timolol Ophthalmic Solution

Name: Timolol Ophthalmic Solution

What are the side effects of timolol ophthalmic solution?

Common side effects include:

  • blurred vision, and
  • burning or stinging in the eye.

Ophthalmic timolol can cause irritation to the eye which may manifest as pain or dryness in some people.

Rarely, timolol eye drops can result in side effects that are seen with other oral beta adrenergic blockers. For example, persons can experience:

  • fatigue,
  • insomnia,
  • nausea,
  • slow heart rate,
  • low blood pressure,
  • cold extremities, and
  • shortness of breath or wheezing.

Highlights for timolol

TIMOLOL (TYE moe lole) is used in the eye to treat open-angle glaucoma and high pressure in the eye.

This drug also comes in other forms, including Oral tablet, Ophthalmic gel forming solution

This drug can cause serious side effects. See which side effects you should report to your doctor right away.

Know how to use your medication, and learn what might happen if you miss a dose.

Talk to your healthcare provider if you have any of these conditions.

Know what to watch for and get tips for reducing your risks while taking this drug.

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