Question 1

What is Brinzolamide; Timolol (Timolol Maleate) used for?

Accepted Answer

High pressure in the eye (glaucoma), raised eye pressure (ocular hypertension)

Question 2

How do you take Brinzolamide; Timolol (Timolol Maleate)?

Accepted Answer

Shake the bottle well before use. Put one drop in the affected eye(s) twice a day, usually morning and evening. Gently close your eye after putting in the drop and press lightly on the inner corner of your eye near your nose for about 1-2 minutes to stop the medicine from draining away. If you use other eye drops, wait at least 5 minutes between each one.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Brinzolamide; Timolol (Timolol Maleate)?

Accepted Answer

Blurred vision for a short time after putting in the drops, bitter or unusual taste in the mouth, eye irritation or mild stinging, red or itchy eyes, dry eyes

Question 4

Who should not take Brinzolamide; Timolol (Timolol Maleate)?

Accepted Answer

People with asthma or severe breathing problems, people with slow heartbeat or serious heart conditions, people with severe kidney problems, people allergic to brinzolamide, timolol, sulfonamides (sulpha drugs), or beta-blockers, and people with certain rare eye conditions like corneal problems.

Question 5

Is Brinzolamide; Timolol (Timolol Maleate) safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

This medicine is not safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — consult your doctor before using it, as timolol can pass into breast milk and may harm the baby.

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