Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml

Question 1

How does Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml work?

Accepted Answer

Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml is used to decrease pressure inside the eye. It contains Pilocarpine and Timolol. Pilocarpine works by draining the excess fluid from the eye, thereby reducing pressure. Timolol works by decreasing the fluid production in the eye, thereby lowering the pressure in the eye.

Question 2

Are there any possible side-effects of Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml?

Accepted Answer

The common side-effects of Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml are burning or stinging sensation, itching, irritation, and pain at the application site, swelling in front of the eye, headache and brow ache, bleeding within the front of the eye, and detachment of the retina (the innermost layer of the eye). However, if any of these side-effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

Question 3

Can I wear contact lenses while using Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml?

Accepted Answer

Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml contains benzalkonium chloride (a preservative) which may cause eye irritation. It is absorbed by the contact lenses and changes the colour of the contact lenses. So, it is advised to remove your lenses before using Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml and wear them back 15 minutes after using Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml.

Question 4

Can I use Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml before surgery?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor may advise you to stop using Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml before undergoing an operation or surgery as this medicine may alter the effects of some medications used during anaesthesia.

Question 5

Can I use Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml with other eye medications?

Accepted Answer

Timolet Plus Eye Drop 5 ml should not be used simultaneously with other eye medications. However, if prescribed, you should at least maintain an interval of 10-15 minutes between the two eye medications.

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