Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Gel Forming Side Effects

Temporary blurred vision, temporary burning/stinging/itching/redness of the eye, watery eyes, dry eyes, feeling as if something is in the eye, or headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: dizziness, eye pain/swelling/discharge, slow/irregular heartbeat, muscle weakness, mental/mood changes, coldness/numbness/pain in the hands or feet.

Tell your doctor right away if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: vision changes, unusual tiredness/weakness.

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: trouble breathing, sudden unexplained weight gain, chest pain, weakness on one side of the body, slurred speech, confusion, persistent dizziness, fainting.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

• acute confusion
• nightmares
• depression
• behavioral disorders
• cystoid macular edema
• diplopia
• blurred vision
• visual changes
• keratitis
• decreased corneal sensitivity
• conjunctivitis
• blepharitis
• blepharoptosis
• dry eye
• eye tearing
• ocular pain
• ocular redness
• ocular discharge
• ocular irritation
• ocular itching
• tinnitus
• hypertension
• acute myocardial infarction
• angina
• heart block
• bradycardia
• cardiac arrhythmia
• heart failure
• cerebrovascular accident
• Raynaud's phenomenon
• hypotension
• upper respiratory infection
• nasal congestion
• acute respiratory insufficiency
• bronchospastic pulmonary disease
• xerostomia
• dyspepsia
• erectile dysfunction
• psoriasiform eruption
• pruritus of skin
• alopecia
• urticaria
• skin pigmentation enhancement
• systemic lupus erythematosus
• drowsy
• delirium
• memory impairment
• hallucinations
• vertigo
• dizziness
• insomnia
• fatigue
• skin rash
• anorexia
• headache disorder
• palpitations
• dyspnea
• cough
• chest pain
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• dysuria
• nervousness
• anaphylaxis
• angioedema
• paresthesia
• general weakness
• foreign body sensation of eye
• sensation of cold
• choroidal detachment
• symptoms of anxiety

Drug Interactions

Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.

Some products that may interact with this drug include: oral beta-blockers (such as propranolol), clonidine, certain antidepressants (including SSRIs such as fluoxetine), digoxin, epinephrine, fingolimod, methyldopa, quinidine.