Travoprost + Timolol Maleate
Indications
This preparation sterile ophthalmic solution is used to decrease of intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension who are insufficiently responsive to topical beta-blockers or prostaglandin analogues.
Pharmacology
Travoprost and Timolol reduce intraocular pressure (IOP) by complementary mechanisms of action. Travoprost is a prostaglandin analogue which reduces IOP by increasing trabecular outflow & uveoscleral outflow. Timolol is a non-selective beta adrenergic receptor blocker that does not have significant intrinsic sympathomimetic, direct myocardial depressant, or local anesthetic (membrane stabilizing) activity. It lowers IOP by decreasing the formation of aqueous humor in the ciliary epithelium.
Dosage & Administration
Use in adults: The dose is one drop of Travast Plus in the conjunctival sac of the affected eye(s) once daily, in the morning or evening. It should be administered at the same time each day.
Paediatric patients: The efficacy and safety of Travast Plus in patients below the age of 18 years have not been established.
Paediatric patients: The efficacy and safety of Travast Plus in patients below the age of 18 years have not been established.
Interaction
No specific interaction was observed with Travast Plus eye drops.
Contraindications
Contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to Travoprost, Timolol or any of the components of this preparation.
Side Effects
No serious ophthalmic or systemic undesirable effects related to Travast Plus were reported. The most frequently reported treatment-related undesirable effect was ocular hyperaemia. Other common side-effects may be keratitis, anterior chamber flare, eye pain, photophobia, eye swelling, conjunctival haemorrhage, corneal staining, ocular discomfort, visual acuity reduced, visual disturbance, blurred vision etc.
Pregnancy & Lactation
There are no adequate data from the use of Travoprost in eye drops in pregnant women. Travast Plus should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary. It is unknown whether Travoprost from eye drops is excreted in human breast milk. Timolol is excreted in breast milk.The use of Travast Plus by breast-feeding women is not recommended.
Precautions & Warnings
Like other topically applied ophthalmic agents, Travoprost and Timolol are absorbed systemically. Due to the beta-adrenergic component, timolol, the same types of cardiovascular and pulmonary adverse reactions as seen with systemic beta adrenergic blocking agents may occur.
Overdose Effects
Incase of overdose with Travast Plus, treatment should be symptomatic.
Therapeutic Class
Drugs for miotics and glaucoma
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat and direct light. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not use more than 4 weeks after opening the bottle.
