Travoprost/ Timolol Maleate

Timolol is used in the treatment of glaucoma, prevent migraines, hypertension or high blood pressure, Timolol also helps to prevent abnormally fast heart rhythms or also known as arrhythmia.

Timolol works by slowing down the activity of the heart by stopping messages sent by some nerves to the heart. Timolol does this by blocking tiny areas which are called beta-adrenergic receptors, where the messages are received by the heart. As a result, the heart beats more slowly and with less force, This then allows the pressure of blood within the blood vessels to be reduced. Timolol also works by lowering the pressure in the eyes, thereby preventing gradual loss of vision.

Some of the potential side effects of Timolol can include the symptoms below;

Stinging in the eyes,
Blurred vision,
Burning eyes,
Chest pain or discomfort,
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting,
Shortness of breath,
Slow or irregular heartbeat,
Unusual tiredness

Travoprost topical is used in the treatment of glaucoma

Travoprost topical works by decreasing the pressure in the eyeball. Travoprost topical does this by increasing the drainage of aqueous humor which is the clear watery fluid filling the space in front of an eyeball. This reduces pressure on the eye relieving the symptoms of pain

Patients who take Travoprost Topical may suffer from such side effects;

Conjunctival hyperemia,
Eyelash changes,
Eye itching,
Stinging in the eyes,
Foreign body sensation in eyes,
Burning sensation in eye,
Increased iris pigmentation