Description: Apimol 0.5% Eye Drop is a topical medication used to treat elevated intraocular pressure in patients with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma. By reducing intraocular pressure, it helps to prevent damage to the optic nerve and preserve vision.
Ingredients: Active Ingredient: Timolol Maleate 0.5% (w/v) Other Ingredients: [List any other relevant inactive ingredients, such as preservatives, buffers, etc.]
Usage Instructions:
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Dosage: The usual recommended dose is one drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily.
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Usage: Wash hands before use. Tilt your head back, pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket, and instill one drop into the pocket. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Do not touch the dropper tip to any surface, including the eye, to avoid contamination.
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Special Considerations: Follow the dosing schedule provided by your healthcare provider. If you are using other eye medications, wait at least 5-10 minutes before applying other drops.
Benefits:
- Effectively reduces elevated intraocular pressure.
- Helps prevent optic nerve damage and vision loss associated with glaucoma.
- Easy-to-use drop formulation for targeted relief.
Precautions:
- Not suitable for individuals allergic to Timolol or any other components of the eye drop.
- Use with caution in patients with respiratory conditions (e.g., asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), heart conditions (e.g., bradycardia, heart block), or diabetes.
- Possible side effects include eye irritation, blurred vision, headache, and dizziness. Report any severe or persistent side effects to your healthcare provider.
- Remove contact lenses before applying the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them.
Storage Instructions: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use. Do not freeze. Store at room temperature, between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F).
Manufacturer:
API
