Name: Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml
Brand: Alcon
SKU: Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml
Price: 45.40 MYR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (923 reviews)

Product Overview

Introduction of Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml

Always wash your hands before taking Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop Use just the amount of drops that your doctor has recommended and wait for approximately 5 minutes between each drop. If you use soft contact lenses, remove them before using the drops and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back in. If you are also taking another eye medication, wait for at least 10 minutes before using it. Read the booklet that comes with the medication for a complete guidance on how to use the drops and receive the greatest benefit. Do not contact the tip of the dropper or bottle. This may lead to infection. You should take this medication consistently to receive the greatest benefit and it is best used at the same time(s) each day. If you wish to discontinue taking it, contact your doctor first. The most frequent adverse effects include burning and stinging feeling in the eye. There are additional, less frequent, adverse effects affecting different areas of the body some of which may be severe when Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop gets absorbed into the systemic circulation. Consult your doctor if you are concerned by any adverse effects.

How To Use Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml

This medicine is for external use only. Always wash your hands before and after applying eye drops. Tilt your head back and look upwards. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it to avoid contamination. Pull down the lower eyelid to form a pouch. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Whilst keeping the affected eye closed, gently press your finger against the corner of the closed eye (the side where the eye meets the nose) and hold for 1 minute. Wipe off any extra liquid. Wait for 5 minutes before administering another drop into that eye (of the same or different medication) to prevent drops from being washed out of the eye. Ensure to replace and tighten the cap straight after use or discard away any medication for single-use containers.

Brands

Alcon

Active Ingredient

timolol

Manufactured by

Alcon Laboratories (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

Side Effects

As with all medications, you may experience some side effects. Not everyone experiences it. This is not a cause for concern. However, it is so that you are aware of it.

Apart from the list of Timolast uses, there could be certain side-effects associated with the usage of the medication. Please refer to the list below:-

Conjunctivitis
Blepharitis
Itchiness
Headache
Watery eyes
Burning and stinging sensation of the eye
Transient blurring of vision

While some these symptoms are more common, there are a few rare symptoms that could also occur. If you are feeling any other symptoms (whether it is mentioned in the above list or not), please consult with a doctor immediately. Please, consult with a doctor if you are having rashes or blurry visions. Report if you experience any other symptoms as the above list may not be exhaustive. These symptoms become more prominent as when one is undergoing a long term therapy with this medication.

Stinging sensation of eye, Decrease blood pressure, Irregular heartbeat, Congestive heart failure, Headache, Dizziness, Fatigue, Abdominal pain and discomfort, Low blood sugar level, Constipation.

Warning Precautions

Precautionary Steps of Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml

Please consult a doctor especially before taking Timolast. If you have any of the following conditions & contraindications:-

Closed Angle Glaucoma
Allergy to Timolast or any of its components
Asthma or other breathing problems
It is not recommended for children & Neonates. Please keep it out of reach from them
Severe COPD
Sinus bradycardia
AV block

Please stop using this medication if you are experiencing these symptoms and conditions.

Timolast Drug Interactions

Drug to drug interaction reaction of Timolast varies from a person to another person. It is advisable to check with your doctor about all the possible drug interactions before starting the medication.

Beta blocker medication
Reserpine
Digitalis
Quinidine
Epinephrine

This is an incomprehensive list of drug-to-drug interactions and conditions that might interfere with Timolast function. Do inform your doctor about all your current medications prior to consuming this drug.

Keep the following precautions in mind as well:-

Avoid excess exposure to sunlight
Avoid this medicine for a longer use
Tell your doctor if you have any other diseases or if you are taking any other medication
Do not discontinue the prescribed course

Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)

Drinking alcohol while on this medication can cause dizziness and also drowsiness which could be the cause of incidental injury.

Pregnancy Warning (Not Safe)

Studies of Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml in pregnant women are not adequate but there are incidence of intra-uterine growth retardation of foetus if taken orally. Hence, usage of Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml should be restricted during pregnancy unless it is clearly necessary. Please do consult a doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning (Not Advisable)

Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml is excreted in breast milk. However, it is unlikely that significant amount at therapeutic doses of Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml in eye drops that is present in breast milk would produce clinical symptoms of in the baby.

Driving Warning (Not Advisable)

Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml may cause side effects such as dizziness, headches, nausea or palpitations, all of which could affect the ability to concentrate and drive.

Kidney Warning (Use With Care)

Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml is excreted mainly by the kidneys, therefore in renal insufficiency, reductions of dosage may be necessary.

Liver Warning (Use With Care)

Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml is partially metabolized in the liver dosage reductions may be necessary in the presence of hepatic insufficiency

Quick Tips

After injecting the drop, apply pressure to the corner of the eye (near the nose) for approximately 1 minute.
To prevent dilution, wait at least 5-10 minutes before administering the next medicine in the same eye. If you have lung or heart problems, tell your doctor since it may make them worse. A stinging feeling may last 1-2 minutes. If it lasts more than a week, contact your doctor. Make careful to utilise the bottle within four weeks after opening it.

Disclaimer

Information last updated on: Tue Oct 29 2024 02:23:46 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time) The product images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product.

The content provided on this webpage is to provide information only, to be fully-interpreted by a medical professional, and not intended as a guide to make purchase decisions, or a substitute to advice of a medical professional. Effectiveness and side effects of medication may differ from individual to individual. We do not encourage any customer to self-diagnose and/or self-medicate. Patients should always consult a medical professional before taking or using any medication. The content provided here is non-exhaustive and may not cover all aspects of the medication. Our service should only be used to support the doctor-patient dynamic, not replace it.

The fulfilment of prescription medication is subject to our review of a prescription issued by a Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) registered doctor. If required, we will provide a tele-consult service with one of our registered panel doctors. This is not an advertisement of a medicine as such an advertisement would require prior approval from the Medicines Advertisement Board of Malaysia. Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml is available in many areas in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Bintang, Titiwangsa, Setiawangsa, Wangsa Maju, Kepong, Segambut, Bandar Tun Razak, Cheras, Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Mont Kiara, Puchong, Bandar Sunway, TTDI, Seri Kembangan, Klang, Bukit Tinggi, Damansara, Sentul, Penang, George Town, Jelutong, Gelugor, Bayan Baru, Bandar Baru Air Itam, Sungai Ara, Bukit Mertajam, Butterworth, Perai, Johor Bahru, Skudai, Bukit Indah, Gelang Patah, Senai, Pasir Gudang, Taman Daya, Taman Molek, Taman Perling, Tebrau, Danga Bay, Larkin, Nusajaya, Pontian, Masai, Setia Tropika, Desaru, Tampoi.

Timolast 0.5% Eye Drop 5ml is available at many places in Singapore. Ang Mo Kio, Alexandra, Admiralty, Bedok, Bishan, Bukit Batok, Bukit Merah, Bukit Panjang, Bukit Timah, Boat Quay, Buona Vista, Beach Road, Bugis, Balestier, Boon Lay, Central Area, Choa Chu Kang, Clementi, Chinatown, Commonwealt, City Hall, Clarke Quay, Changi Airport, Changi Village, Clementi Park, Dairy Farm, Eunos, East Coast, Farrer Park, Geylang, Hougang, Harbourfront, Holland, Jurong, Jurong East, Jurong West, Kallang/ Whampoa, Lim Chu Kang, Marine Parade, Marina, Macpherson, Mandai, Newton, Novena, Orchard, Pasir Ris, Punggol, Potong Pasir, Paya Lebar, Queenstown, Raffles Place, Rochor, River Valley, Sembawang, Sengkang, Serangoon, Serangoon Rd, Seletar, Tampines, Toa Payoh, Tanjong Pagar, Telok Blangah, Tanglin, Thomson, Tuas, Tengah, Upper East Coast, Upper Bukit Timah, Upper Thomson, Woodlands, West Coast, Yishun, Yio Chu Kang.

See Less