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About Iotim Plus Eye Drop

PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL is a combination drug containing 'ophthalmic medication' used to treat raised pressure in the eye in conditions such as ocular hypertension and glaucoma. Ocular hypertension is a condition in which the eye's pressure is higher than normal as a result of poor drainage of the aqueous humour (fluid inside the eye). Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged due to abnormally high pressure inside the eye. If this condition is left untreated, it can lead to permanent vision loss.

PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL contains Pilocarpine and Timolol. Pilocarpine is a cholinergic agonist and works by draining the excess fluid from the eye, thereby reducing pressure. Timolol is a beta-blocker and works by decreasing the fluid production in the eye, thereby lowering the pressure in the eye. PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL should be used only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Uses of Iotim Plus Eye Drop

Glaucoma, Ocular hypertension

Medicinal Benefits of Iotim Plus Eye Drop

PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL is used to reduce pressure inside the eye. It works by decreasing the fluid production in the eye and increasing the natural flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream.  These effects help to decrease the pressure and swelling inside the eye. It helps to improve vision and prevent the complications of ocular hypertension and glaucoma.

Directions for Use

PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL is available in the form of eye drops. Eye drops: Wash your hands thoroughly with water before and after use. Take the prescribed amount of dose with the dropper and squeeze out a drop without touching the eye. Wipe any excess liquid with a tissue. Do not wipe or rinse the dropper tip after use. Place the dropper back on the bottle and tighten the cap. Note: Do not touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the contents. Do not place the tip directly into the eye while instilling the drop. If the dropper touches the eye, immediately squeeze two to three drops onto the tissue and wipe the dropper’s tip.

Side Effects of Iotim Plus Eye Drop

• Burning or stinging sensation in the eye
• Itching at the application site
• Eye irritation
• Eye pain
• Swelling in front of  the eye
• Headache and brow ache
• Bleeding within the front of the eye
• Detachment of the retina (the innermost layer of the eye)

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL may interact with medicines used to treat allergies (cetirizine, diphenhydramine, and fexofenadine), a medicine used to treat myasthenia gravis (neostigmine), a medicine used to treat severe allergic reaction (adrenaline), medicines that dilate the pupil (atropine and phenylephrine), medicines used to treat Parkinson's disease (orphenadrine, procyclidine, trihexyphenidyl), medicines used to treat mental disorders (chlorpromazine, fluphenazine, and perphenazine, etc.), medicines used to treat high blood pressure (reserpine, verapamil, diltiazem, atenolol, propranolol, guanethidine, clonidine, and nifedipine, etc.), medicines used to treat irregular heartbeats (amiodarone, lidocaine, and quinidine, etc.), medicines used to treat heart disease (digoxin and digitoxin), a medicine used to treat glaucoma (pilocarpine), and antidepressants (fluoxetine, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, selegiline, amitriptyline, and paroxetine).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL may interact with alcohol, so it is advised not to drink alcohol while using this medicine.

PREGNANCY

PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL should be used in pregnant women only if clinically needed when benefits outweigh the risks.

 

BREAST FEEDING

PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL should be used in breastfeeding mothers only if clinically needed when benefits outweigh the risks.

 

DRIVING

PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL may cause temporary blurred vision, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery until your vision is clear.

 

LIVER

PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL is probably safe when used in patients with liver diseases.

 

KIDNEY

PILOCARPINE+TIMOLOL is probably safe when used in patients with kidney diseases.