About bimatoprost + timolol maleate
Prostaglandin analogue and beta blocker
Used for
- Lowers eye pressure in open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
- May be used when one eye-pressure-lowering medicine is not sufficient.
Usual adult dose
One drop in the affected eye or eyes once daily, usually in the morning.
Common side effects
- Red, itchy, or irritated eyes
- Dry eyes or blurred vision
- Eyelash growth or darkening around the eye
- Slow heart rate or breathing difficulty
Important warnings
- Can worsen asthma, severe lung disease, or certain heart conditions.
- May hide signs of low blood sugar in people with diabetes.
- Remove contact lenses before use; wait 15 minutes before replacing them.
- Can gradually darken the iris or skin around the eyes.
Pregnancy
Use only if the expected benefit outweighs potential risks; pregnancy data are limited.
Breastfeeding
It is unclear whether the drops pass into breast milk; discuss use with a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- Other beta-blockers, including eye drops, may increase effects.
- Some heart medicines can further slow the heart rate.
- Certain antidepressants may increase beta-blocker effects.
- Other eye drops may affect treatment; separate drops by at least five minutes.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.