Timolol
Tunnetaan myös nimellä: Azarga, CoSopt, Timolol, Timoptol
Administer the eye drops exactly as prescribed by your veterinarian. * **Wait 5-10 minutes** between applying different eye medications to prevent washing out the first drop. * Do not touch the dropper tip to the eye or any surface to avoid contamination. * Monitor your pet for signs of lethargy, weakness, or breathing difficulties, as the medication can sometimes be absorbed into the body and affect the heart rate.
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
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What it is used for
- Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
How it is given
Possible side effects
- Miosis
- Conjunctival hyperaemia
- Local ocular irritation
- Bradycardia (systemic)
- Hypotension (systemic)
Cautions & contraindications
- Uncontrolled heart failure
- Asthma
- Uveitis
- Anterior lens luxation
- Pupil block
- Normal precautions should be observed for safety and handling. > **Systemic Absorption:** Be aware that topical application can lead to systemic absorption, potentially causing bradycardia and reduced blood pressure. Use with caution in small patients or those with pre-existing cardiovascular or respiratory disease.
Drug interactions
- Oral beta-blockers: Additive adverse effects (bradycardia, hypotension)
- Calcium antagonists: Prolonged AV conduction times
- Digoxin: Prolonged AV conduction times
Usein kysytyt kysymykset
What is Timolol used for in pets?
Administer the eye drops exactly as prescribed by your veterinarian. • Wait 5-10 minutes between applying different eye medications to prevent washing out the first drop. • Do not touch the dropper tip to the eye or any surface to avoid contamination. • Monitor your pet for signs of lethargy, weakness, or breathing difficulties, as the medication can sometimes be absorbed into the body and affect the heart rate.
Is Timolol safe for my pet?
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
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