Timolol + Travoprost

Timolol + Travoprost is a combination eye drop used to treat elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Timolol is a beta-blocker that reduces fluid production in the eye, while Travoprost is a prostaglandin analog that increases fluid drainage. Together, they help lower eye pressure effectively and prevent optic nerve damage, which can lead to vision loss. This combination is commonly prescribed when single-agent therapy is not sufficient to control IOP.

Uses of Timolol + Travoprost

• Treatment of open-angle glaucoma
• Management of ocular hypertension
• Prevention of vision loss due to high eye pressure
• Alternative therapy when monotherapy fails to reduce IOP

How Timolol + Travoprost works

Timolol reduces the amount of fluid produced inside the eye, while Travoprost increases the outflow of fluid. The dual action helps reduce intraocular pressure more effectively than either drug alone, protecting the optic nerve from damage.

Benefits of Timolol + Travoprost

• More effective pressure control in the eye
• Reduces the risk of glaucoma-related vision loss
• Convenient once-daily dosing
• Works when single medications are not enough
• Well-tolerated and widely prescribed

How to take Timolol + Travoprost

Use the eye drops exactly as directed by your doctor, usually once daily in the evening. Wash hands before use. Tilt your head back, pull down your lower eyelid, and drop the medicine into the eye. Close your eyes for 1–2 minutes. Avoid touching the tip of the bottle to prevent contamination.

Type of Dosage Available

• Eye drops (ophthalmic solution)

Side effects of Timolol + Travoprost

• Eye redness
• Itching or irritation
• Blurred vision
• Dry eyes
• Darkening of the eyelashes or eyelid skin
• Slow heartbeat (rare but serious)

Safety Advice

• Do not use if allergic to Timolol, Travoprost, or similar medicines
• Use with caution in asthma, heart problems, or COPD
• Remove contact lenses before use and wait 15 minutes before reinserting
• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical advice
• Inform your doctor about all other eye medicines you're using

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Timolol + Travoprost used for?
A: It is used to lower high eye pressure in conditions like open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension.

Q: How often should I use this eye drop?
A: Usually once daily in the evening, or as directed by your doctor.

Q: Can I use this with other eye drops?
A: Yes, but keep a gap of at least 5 minutes between different eye medications.

Q: Will my eye color change permanently?
A: Travoprost may cause gradual darkening of the iris which could be permanent in some cases.

Q: What should I do if I miss a dose?
A: Use it as soon as you remember. If it's close to your next dose, skip the missed one. Don’t double the dose.