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Blotim 0.50% Eye Drops 5 ml

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Blotim Eye Drops contains Timolol, Eye | belongs to Beta-blocker

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How it works

Blotim 0.50% Eye Drops 5 ml by reducing the pressure inside the eyes.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Blotim 0.50% Eye Drops 5 ml

  • Blurred vision
  • Burning or stinging sensation at application site
  • Cataract
  • Headache
  • Increase in blood pressure
  • Infections
  • Itching
  • Dizziness

Uses of Blotim 0.50% Eye Drops 5 ml

What is it prescribed for?

  • Intraocular hypertension

    This medicine is used for the treatment of patients suffering from intraocular hypertension to reduce the pressure inside the eyes.

  • Open angle Glaucoma

    This medicine is used in the treatment of open-angle glaucoma, a condition characterized by progressive damage to the optic nerve that may lead to vision loss.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 20 to 30 minutes of administration of the dose.

  • Duration of Effect

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12 to 24 hours.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition. If the medicine is used, monitor the infant closely for any adverse effects.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Blotim 0.50% Eye Drops 5 ml or any other inactive ingredients present along with this medicine.

  • Respiratory diseases

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of respiratory diseases such as bronchial asthma or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

  • Sinus Bradycardia

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of sinus bradycardia due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

  • Atrioventricular Block

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of second or third degree AV block, not controlled with a pacemaker, due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

  • Overt Cardiac Failure

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known overt cardiac failure due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

  • Cardiogenic shock

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of cardiogenic shock due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition. If the medicine is used, monitor the infant closely for any adverse effects.

General Warnings
  • Cardiac Failure

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of cardiac failure since it may worsen the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Use in pediatrics

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established. However, your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits significantly outweigh the risks. In such a case, the patient should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.

  • Driving or Operating Machines

    This medicine may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Epinephrine severe
  • Beta blockers severe
  • Clonidine
  • Calcium antagonists
  • Catecholamine depleting agents
  • Digitalis
Disease interactions
  • severe

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of diabetes due to the increased risk of very low blood sugar levels. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels to safely use this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • severe

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of hyperthyroidism since an abrupt withdrawal of therapy may worsen the patient's condition. Therapy should be discontinued gradually over a period of 1 to 2 weeks, when necessary, to decrease this risk. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

Use this medicine exactly as prescribed. Do not administer in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

  • Usage does not depend on food timings
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Does not cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

what are the adverse effects of Blotim 0.50% Eye Drops 5 ml?

Ocular irritation, transient blurred vision, bronchospasm. Systemic beta-blocker effects, exacerbation of myasthaenia gravis, GI and CNS disturbances, allergic reactions, rash.

What happens if I miss a dose of Blotim 0.50% Eye Drops 5 ml?

Adults: Initially 1 drop of 0.25% soln. twice daily changing to 0.50% soln. twice daily if required. Children: Not recommended.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Blotim 0.50% Eye Drops 5 ml. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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