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Timoptic-xe Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Timolol maleate 0.25%, 0.5%; oph gel forming soln.
Pharmacological Class
Noncardioselective beta-blocker.
See Also
How Supplied
Soln—contact supplier; Ocudose—60; XE—2.5mL, 5mL
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
YES
Timoptic-xe Indications
Indications
Elevated intraocular pressure in ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma.
Timoptic-xe Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<2yrs: not established. Invert closed bottle and shake once before each use. ≥2yrs: 1 drop once daily. Give other oph. drugs at least 10 minutes before.
Timoptic-xe Contraindications
Contraindications
Greater than 1st-degree AV block. Uncompensated cardiac failure. Cardiogenic shock. Sinus bradycardia. History of bronchospasm. Bronchial asthma. Severe COPD.
Timoptic-xe Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Timoptic-xe Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Not for use as sole agent in angle-closure glaucoma. Poor cardiac reserve should be controlled with digitalis and diuretics. Diabetes. Presbyopia. May mask hypoglycemia or thyrotoxicosis. Myasthenia gravis. Cerebrovascular insufficiency. Measure intraocular pressure after 4 weeks of treatment. Avoid abrupt cessation. Discontinue at 1st sign of cardiac failure and before surgery. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Timoptic-xe Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Timoptic-xe Interactions
Interactions
May potentiate systemic β-blockers, reserpine, hypoglycemics and mydriatic effect of topical epinephrine. Additive cardiac and pulmonary effects with anticholinesterase miotics. May antagonize bronchodilation from β-adrenergic agonists. May cause conduction defects with calcium channel blockers, digoxin. May be potentiated by CYP2D6 inhibitors (eg, quinidine, SSRIs).
Timoptic-xe Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Ocular irritation, sensitization, rash, dizziness, blurred vision, corneal anesthesia, headache, GI upset, paresthesias. Systemic β-blocker effects (bradycardia, arrhythmias, hypotension, bronchospasm, heart failure). Aphakic maculopathy (rare).
Timoptic-xe Clinical Trials
See Literature
Timoptic-xe Note
Not Applicable
Timoptic-xe Patient Counseling
See Literature
