This product contains 2 medications used to reduce high
pressure in the eye caused by glaucoma (open angle-type) or other eye
conditions (such as ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the
eye helps to prevent vision loss. Timolol belongs to a class of drugs known
as beta blockers. Latanoprost belongs to a class of drugs known as
prostaglandins.
Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from
your pharmacist before you start using this product and each time you get a
refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or
pharmacist.
Use this medication in the affected eye(s) as directed
by your doctor, usually once daily.
To apply eye drops, wash your hands first. To avoid
contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any
other surface.
The preservative in this product may be absorbed by
contact lenses. If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them before using
eye drops. Wait at least 15 minutes after using this medication before
replacing your contact lenses.
Tilt your head back, look upward, and pull down the
lower eyelid to make a pouch. Hold the dropper directly over your eye and
place one drop into the pouch. Look downward, gently close your eyes, place
one finger at the corner of your eye (near the nose) and apply gentle
pressure to prevent the medication from draining out. Wait 2 to 3 minutes
before opening your eyes. Try not to blink and do not rub your eyes. Repeat
these steps for your other eye if so directed by your
doctor.
Do not rinse the dropper. Replace the dropper cap after
each use.
If you are using another kind of eye medication (such as
drops or ointment), wait at least 5 minutes before applying other
medications. Use eye drops before eye ointments to allow the eye drops to
enter the eye.
Wait several minutes for your vision to clear before
driving or operating machinery.
Use this medication regularly in order to get the most
benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time each
day.
Do not increase your dose or use this medication more
often than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster, and your
risk of side effects will increase.
Keep using this medication even if you feel well. Most
people with glaucoma or high pressure in the eyes do not have
symptoms.
Temporary blurred vision, burning/itching/redness in the
eye, dry eyes, watery eyes, feeling as if something is in the eye, increase
in eyelash number/color/length/thickness, eyelid changes/skin darkening,
eyelid crusting/discomfort, or headache may occur. If any of these effects
last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
This medication may slowly (over months to years) cause
brown discoloration/darkening of the colored portion of the eye (iris). If
you are using this medication in only one eye, only that iris may change
color. This color change may be permanent and the long-term effects are
uncertain. Tell your doctor if this occurs and schedule regular eye exams
to monitor it.
Remember that this medication has been prescribed
because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the
risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious
side effects.
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side
effects, including:
- eye pain/discomfort in bright light (photophobia)
- slow/irregular heartbeat
- signs of low blood pressure (such as
dizziness/fainting)
- mental/mood changes (such as depression)
- coldness/numbness/pain in the hands or feet
Get medical help right away if you have any very serious
side effects, including:
- sudden vision change
- trouble breathing
- signs of new/worsening heart failure (such as shortness of
breath, swelling ankles/feet, unusual tiredness, unusual/sudden weight
gain)
- symptoms of a heart attack (such as chest/jaw/left arm pain,
unusual sweating)
- signs of a stroke (such as weakness on one side of the body,
trouble speaking, confusion)
A very serious allergic reaction to these drugs is rare.
However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a
serious allergic reaction, including:
- rash
- severe itching/swelling (especially of the
face/tongue/throat)
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If
you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at
www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about
side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at
1-866-234-2345.
Before using this product, tell your doctor or
pharmacist if you are allergic to timolol or latanoprost; or if you have
any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as
preservatives like benzalkonium chloride), which can cause allergic
reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more
details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or
pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- other eye problems (such as iritis, uveitis, macular edema,
lens extraction/aphakia, herpes infection of the eye)
- lung disease/breathing problems (such as current or past
medical history of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease)
- slow/irregular heartbeat
- heart problems (such as chest pain, heart failure)
- low blood pressure
- diabetes
- blood circulation problems
- overactive thyroid disease (hyperthyroidism)
- a certain muscle/nerve disease (myasthenia gravis)
- severe allergic reactions (such as anaphylaxis, atopy)
If you develop an eye infection or injury, or have eye
surgery, check with your doctor about whether you should continue to use
your current bottle of timolol/latanoprost. You may be advised to start
using a new bottle.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about
all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription
drugs, and herbal products).
After you apply this drug, your vision may become
temporarily blurred. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs
clear vision until you can do it safely.
If you have diabetes, this product may prevent the
fast/pounding heartbeat you would usually feel when your blood sugar level
falls too low (hypoglycemia). Other symptoms of low blood sugar, such as
dizziness and sweating, are unaffected by this drug.
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only
when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your
doctor.
Timolol passes into breast milk. It is unknown if
latanoprost passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before
breastfeeding.
Drug interactions may change how your medications work
or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not
contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you
use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and
share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the
dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug
include:
- beta blockers (such as atenolol, propranolol)
- eyelash treatment (such as bimatoprost)
- epinephrine
This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. If someone
has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble
breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US
residents can call 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call
1-844-764-7669. Symptoms of overdose may include: trouble breathing,
slow/irregular heartbeat.
Do not share this medication with others.
Lab and/or medical tests (such as eye exams, heart rate)
should be done while you are using this medication. Keep all medical and
lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember if it
is on the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the
missed dose. Use your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose
to catch up.
Store the unopened bottle in the refrigerator away from
light. The opened bottle may be stored at room temperature away from light.
Once the bottle is opened, this medication expires after 10 weeks. Keep all
medications away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them
into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when
it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste
disposal company.