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Timcol is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Glaucoma, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Timcol have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Timcol. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Timcol include Eye Burning, Eye irritation. Some other side effects of Timcol have been listed ahead. These side effects of Timcol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Timcol is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Timcol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Timcol related warnings section.
Timcol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Timcol in conditions like Heart Failure, Diabetes, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease).
Besides this, Timcol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Timcol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Timcol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Timcol is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Timcol safe for pregnant women?
Timcol can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Timcol right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Timcol safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Timcol. Immediately discontinue Timcol if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Timcol on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Timcol on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Timcol on the Liver?
Timcol has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Timcol on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Timcol on the heart have been reported.
Timcol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Timcol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Timcol habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Timcol has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Timcol can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Timcol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Timcol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Timcol
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Timcol and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Timcol
Taking alcohol with Timcol can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Istalol® (timolol maleate ophthalmic solution)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1401
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 153