Timolol Maleate

Migraine, Open-angle glaucoma, Migraine Disorders + 6 more
Treatment
20 Active Studies for Timolol Maleate

What is Timolol Maleate

TimololThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryDorzolamide is an eye medication used to lower the pressure in the eyes of people with glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It works by blocking an enzyme in the ciliary process, which regulates the balance of ions and fluids in the eyes. Unlike other medications that treat eye pressure, dorzolamide does not cause acid-base or electrolyte disturbances or any other systemic side effects. It was first approved by the FDA in 1995 and is available as a single medication (Trusopt) or in combination with timolol (Cosopt PF).
Timopticis the brand name
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Timolol Maleate Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Timoptic
Timolol
1978
167

Effectiveness

How Timolol Maleate Affects PatientsDorzolamide is a medication used to treat open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It works by lowering the pressure in the eye, with the maximum effect seen about two hours after it is taken. When used with other medications, the effects of dorzolamide are stronger and can lower eye pressure even more.
How Timolol Maleate works in the bodyDorzolamide is a medication used to treat ocular hypertension or glaucoma. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humor, a fluid in the eye, which reduces the intraocular pressure. It does this by blocking an enzyme called carbonic anhydrase II, which helps with the production of bicarbonate ions. By blocking this enzyme, sodium and fluid transport is disrupted and aqueous humor secretion is reduced, resulting in a decrease in intraocular pressure.

When to interrupt dosage

Condition
Dosage
Administration
requiring adjunctive or replacement therapy
5.0 mg/mL, , 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 6.8 mg/mL, 6.83 mg/mL, 2.56 mg/mL, 5.12 mg/mL, 0.5 %, 0.25 %, 3.4 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL
, Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming, extended release, Solution, gel forming, extended release - Ophthalmic, Liquid, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming / drops, Solution, gel forming / drops - Ophthalmic
inadequate response to other therapeutic measures
5.0 mg/mL, , 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 6.8 mg/mL, 6.83 mg/mL, 2.56 mg/mL, 5.12 mg/mL, 0.5 %, 0.25 %, 3.4 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL
, Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming, extended release, Solution, gel forming, extended release - Ophthalmic, Liquid, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming / drops, Solution, gel forming / drops - Ophthalmic
insufficient response to beta-blockers
5.0 mg/mL, , 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 6.8 mg/mL, 6.83 mg/mL, 2.56 mg/mL, 5.12 mg/mL, 0.5 %, 0.25 %, 3.4 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL
, Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming, extended release, Solution, gel forming, extended release - Ophthalmic, Liquid, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming / drops, Solution, gel forming / drops - Ophthalmic
Migraine
5.0 mg/mL, , 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 6.8 mg/mL, 6.83 mg/mL, 2.56 mg/mL, 5.12 mg/mL, 0.5 %, 0.25 %, 3.4 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL
, Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming, extended release, Solution, gel forming, extended release - Ophthalmic, Liquid, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming / drops, Solution, gel forming / drops - Ophthalmic
Migraine Disorders
5.0 mg/mL, , 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 6.8 mg/mL, 6.83 mg/mL, 2.56 mg/mL, 5.12 mg/mL, 0.5 %, 0.25 %, 3.4 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL
, Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming, extended release, Solution, gel forming, extended release - Ophthalmic, Liquid, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming / drops, Solution, gel forming / drops - Ophthalmic
Open-angle glaucoma
5.0 mg/mL, , 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 6.8 mg/mL, 6.83 mg/mL, 2.56 mg/mL, 5.12 mg/mL, 0.5 %, 0.25 %, 3.4 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL
, Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming, extended release, Solution, gel forming, extended release - Ophthalmic, Liquid, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming / drops, Solution, gel forming / drops - Ophthalmic
Glaucoma
5.0 mg/mL, , 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 6.8 mg/mL, 6.83 mg/mL, 2.56 mg/mL, 5.12 mg/mL, 0.5 %, 0.25 %, 3.4 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL
, Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming, extended release, Solution, gel forming, extended release - Ophthalmic, Liquid, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming / drops, Solution, gel forming / drops - Ophthalmic
Open Angle Glaucoma
5.0 mg/mL, , 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 6.8 mg/mL, 6.83 mg/mL, 2.56 mg/mL, 5.12 mg/mL, 0.5 %, 0.25 %, 3.4 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL
, Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming, extended release, Solution, gel forming, extended release - Ophthalmic, Liquid, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming / drops, Solution, gel forming / drops - Ophthalmic
Ocular Hypertension
5.0 mg/mL, , 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 6.8 mg/mL, 6.83 mg/mL, 2.56 mg/mL, 5.12 mg/mL, 0.5 %, 0.25 %, 3.4 mg/mL, 0.1 mg/mL
, Ophthalmic, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming, extended release, Solution, gel forming, extended release - Ophthalmic, Liquid, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic, Solution, gel forming / drops, Solution, gel forming / drops - Ophthalmic

Warnings

Timolol Maleate has one contraindication and should not be blended with the ailments presented in the following table.Timolol Maleate Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Timolol may interact with Pulse Frequency
Lung Diseases, Obstructive
Do Not Combine
Sinus Bradycardia
Do Not Combine
Shock, Cardiogenic
Do Not Combine
Atrioventricular Block
Do Not Combine
Asthma
Do Not Combine
Heart Failure
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Timolol Maleate.
Common Timolol Maleate Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
4-Bromo-2,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of 4-Bromo-2,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine can be decreased when used in combination with Timolol.
4-Methoxyamphetamine
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of 4-Methoxyamphetamine can be decreased when used in combination with Timolol.
Abediterol
Major
Timolol may decrease the bronchodilatory activities of Abediterol.
Adrafinil
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of Adrafinil can be decreased when used in combination with Timolol.
Agrostis gigantea pollen
Major
The risk of a hypersensitivity reaction to Agrostis gigantea pollen is increased when it is combined with Timolol.
Timolol Maleate Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe lowest toxic dose of dorzolamide in rats is 1927mg/kg and in mice is 1320 mg/kg. An overdose may lead to electrolyte imbalance, acidosis, or effects on the central nervous system. To address these symptoms, supportive care should be provided and the patient's potassium levels and blood pH levels should be monitored.
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Timolol Maleate Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Timolol Maleate?

Currently, 34 active clinical trials are being conducted to investigate the effectiveness of Timolol Maleate in tackling Ocular Hypertension, Increased Intra Ocular Pressure (IOP) and Open Angle Glaucoma.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Open-angle glaucoma
41 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 4, Early Phase 1, Phase 1
Open Angle Glaucoma
10 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 4
Ocular Hypertension
9 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable
requiring adjunctive or replacement therapy
0 Actively Recruiting
inadequate response to other therapeutic measures
0 Actively Recruiting
Migraine Disorders
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3
Migraine
49 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 2, Early Phase 1
Glaucoma
0 Actively Recruiting
insufficient response to beta-blockers
0 Actively Recruiting

Timolol Maleate Reviews: What are patients saying about Timolol Maleate?

4.7Patient Review
2/16/2011
Timolol Maleate for Wide-Angle Glaucoma
This medication was successful in keeping the pressure in my eyes normal.
4Patient Review
10/28/2008
Timolol Maleate for Increased Pressure in the Eye
This medication is easy to use and seems to be effective. I get the generic version which is much less expensive than other medications I've tried.
4Patient Review
6/12/2010
Timolol Maleate for High Eye Pressure or Glaucoma that May Worsen without Treatment
This is the third drop my doctor has tried and this one seems to be helping a little bit. It's easy to use and doesn't make me dizzy like Alphagan did.
4Patient Review
6/28/2014
Timolol Maleate for High Eye Pressure or Glaucoma that May Worsen without Treatment
This drug has been successful in reducing the pressure in my eyes. However, I have also noticed that my hair has been thinning out recently. Could this be a side effect of the medication?
4Patient Review
10/27/2010
Timolol Maleate for Increased Pressure in the Eye
The container is a little tough to use, but the drops work well and have few side effects.
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Patient Q&A Section about timolol maleate

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

How long should timolol eye drops be used?

"Ophthalmic timolol is a solution that comes in liquid form, as well as an extended-release gel-forming solution. The latter thickens to a gel when instilled in the eye. Timolol eye drops are usually instilled once or twice a day, at evenly spaced intervals, until pressure in the eye is controlled (about 4 weeks)."

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What is the side effects of timolol maleate?

"If you experience any of the following effects for more than a short period of time, you should tell your doctor or pharmacist. These include temporary blurred vision, burning/stinging/itching/redness of the eye, watery eyes, dry eyes, feeling as if something is in the eye, or headache."

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What is timolol maleate used for?

"This medication is used to treat high pressure in the eye that is caused by open-angle glaucoma or a condition called ocular hypertension. This medicine is a beta blocker."

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What is the difference between timolol and timolol maleate?

"28 healthy subjects were given either timolol hemihydrate or timolol maleate in both eyes twice a day for a week, in a double masked fashion. The only known difference between the two preparations is the maleate salt."

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Clinical Trials for Timolol Maleate

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