Optamol Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Timolol maleate

Indications/Uses

Management of open-angle glaucoma, ocular HTN, aphakia, glaucoma & secondary glaucoma.

Dosage/Direction for Use

1 drop bid.

Contraindications

Existing or history of bronchial asthma, severe COPD, sinus bradycardia, 2nd- or 3rd-degree AV block, overt cardiac failure, cardiogenic shock.

Special Precautions

Bronchial asthma, COPD, CHF. Prolonged use in patients w/ extensive ocular surface disease. Regular ophth exam is required. Avoid use while wearing contact lenses. Pregnancy & lactation.

Adverse Reactions

Conjunctivitis, blepharitis, keratitis, decreased corneal sensitivity, visual disturbances including refractive changes, diplopia, ptosis; bradycardia, arrhythmia, hypotension, syncope, heart block, CVA, cerebral ischemia, CHF, palpitation & cardiac arrest; bronchospasm, resp failure, dyspnea; headache, asthenia, fatigue, chest pain; local & generalized rash, urticaria, alopecia; dizziness, depression, increased signs & symptoms of myasthenia gravis; nausea.

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Drug Interactions

Epinephrine, other β-blockers, Ca antagonists, catecholamine-depleting drugs, digitalis, quinidine.

MIMS Class

Antiglaucoma Preparations

ATC Classification

S01ED01 - timolol ; Belongs to the class of beta blocking agents. Used in the treatment of glaucoma.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Optamol eye drops 0.25% w/v

Packing/Price

5 mL x 1's

Optamol

timolol

Manufacturer:

Amanta Healthcare

Distributor:

Endure Medical