Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost + Timolol

Dosage Forms Available

• Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost + Timolol is available in the form of eye drops for topical ophthalmic use.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medication is intended for use by adults only.

Contraindications

• The medication is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the active ingredients: benzalkonium chloride, latanoprost, or timolol.

• It is also contraindicated in people with reactive airway diseases, such as bronchial asthma, severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and certain heart conditions.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with other ocular beta-blockers (such as betaxolol), prostaglandin analogs (like travaprost), and topical decongestants (such as naphazoline). These interactions may increase the risk of eye irritation, dryness, or excessive intraocular pressure reduction, leading to potential discomfort or ocular surface damage.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdose of this medication may result in severe eye irritation, difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the hands, feet, or ankles, irregular heartbeat, or chest pain. If any such symptoms are noticed, contact your doctor immediately.

• If you miss a dose of this medication, instill 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 dosing schedule.

• In case you accidentally instill more drops than recommended 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 when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• Drinking plenty of fluids may help in managing dry mouth and eye irritation.

• Resting in a cool, dark room may provide relief from headaches.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication can cause blurred vision or other vision changes. Therefore, driving or operating machinery should be avoided until you know how the medicine affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The use of this medication is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless advised by your doctor. Always consult your doctor before using this medicine during these periods.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution should be exercised when using this medication in patients with diabetes mellitus, as it may mask symptoms of hypoglycemia.

• Patients with cerebrovascular insufficiency or other conditions where a sudden drop in blood pressure could worsen ischemia should also exercise caution when taking this medication.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Regular eye exercises can help strengthen the eye muscles.

• Regular check-ups with your ophthalmologist are necessary to monitor eye health.

• Drinking plenty of fluids can help maintain hydration and prevent dry eyes.

• Avoid exposure to dust and other airborne allergens to prevent eye irritation.

• Wearing sunglasses can help protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.