Benzalkonium Chloride + Dorzolamide + Timolol

Dosage Forms Available

• Benzalkonium Chloride + Dorzolamide + Timolol is available for use via the ocular route in the form of a sterile ophthalmic solution.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medication is intended for use in adults and should not be used by children unless prescribed by a doctor.

Contraindications

• Benzalkonium Chloride + Dorzolamide + Timolol is contraindicated for patients with known hypersensitivity to sulfonamides, timolol, dorzolamide, benzalkonium chloride, or any other ingredients in the formulation.
• It is also contraindicated in patients with bronchial asthma, severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), sinus bradycardia, heart block, cardiac failure, or cardiogenic shock.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with systemic beta-blockers (such as propranolol and metoprolol), calcium channel blockers (such as amlodipine and nifedipine), catecholamine-depleting medicines (like reserpine), digitalis glycosides (such as digoxin, digitoxin), or quinidine an antimalarial schizonticide.
• Before starting any new prescription or over-the-counter medications, it is essential to consult your doctor.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medication may cause eye irritation or worsen your glaucoma symptoms. If you experience these symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.
• If you forget to put an eye drop, administer it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double your dose to compensate for the missed one.
• In case you happen to put a few extra drops of this medicine in your eye, do not panic. Rinse your eyes with clean water at room temperature. If any symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve after discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If you experience a bitter taste in your mouth after application, try rinsing your mouth with water.
• If you experience eye discomfort, rinse your eyes with clean, cool water.
• For headaches, rest and relaxation can often help.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication could cause vision changes or blurred vision. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you experience these symptoms after administration of this medication.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Benzalkonium Chloride + Dorzolamide + Timolol falls under pregnancy category C; therefore, it should only be used during pregnancy if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the foetus.
• This medication should be avoided while breastfeeding due to the risk of serious adverse reactions in nursing infants. Consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with a history of sulfa allergy, asthma, COPD, heart problems, kidney stones, or liver impairment should exercise caution when using Benzalkonium Chloride + Dorzolamide + Timolol.
• Regular monitoring for changes in vision and ocular health is advisable during treatment with this medication.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain regular eye check-ups to monitor intraocular pressure and assess the efficacy of the treatment.
• Protect your eyes from dust and dirt to prevent irritation.
• Avoid activities that can strain your eyes such as reading in low light or excessive screen time.
• Wear sunglasses outdoors to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays which could potentially worsen glaucoma.