Timoptic
Formulated to target elevated intraocular pressure and to mitigate risk of vision impairment.
Timoptic details
- Conditions
- Open-angle Glaucoma · Ocular Hypertension
- Alternative names
- Timoptol
- Therapeutic class
- Beta Blocker
- Pharmacological class
- Non-selective Beta-adrenergic Antagonist
- Minor side effects
- eye irritation; dry eyes; blurred vision
- Moderate side effects
- conjunctivitis; blepharitis
- Dosage forms
- Eye drops, solution
- Administration route
- Ocular use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist-supplied medicine; local rules apply
- Originator
- Santen
- Onset Time
- 20–30 minutes
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, protect from light.
- Drug interactions
- calcium channel blockers; oral beta-blockers
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in elderly patients.
Contraindications
history of asthma; severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; bradycardia; cardiogenic shock
Precautions and warnings
may cause systemic beta-blockade effects; remove contact lenses before application
Serious side effects
bradycardia, requires immediate medical attention; bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to target elevated intraocular pressure and to mitigate risk of vision impairment.
Mechanism of action
Timolol reduces intraocular pressure by decreasing the production of aqueous humour in the ciliary body of the eye via beta-adrenergic blockade.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: Use with caution as it is distributed into breast milk.
What you will receive
Timoptic is the originator brand name, made by Santen. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Santen and do not ship the original Timoptic.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Timolol) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.
Registration in Singapore and Malaysia
- Singapore
- Malaysia
About Timoptic
Timoptic is a leading treatment containing Timolol, used to manage pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. This medication is also sold under the brand name Timoptol. It is supplied as a 0.5% ophthalmic solution in a convenient bottle, allowing for consistent delivery and management of eye pressure.
Buying Timoptic online
Timoptic is a trusted eye care solution registered across 14 markets, including Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, with availability also in the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong. Generic timolol, often manufactured in India, offers a more affordable alternative to the original brand. For expats and people living far from a well-stocked pharmacy, ordering Timoptic online ensures reliable access to this essential ocular therapy.