Iotim Plus Eye Drop

Iotim Plus Eye Drop is a beta-blocker. It treats ocular hypertension and open-angle glaucoma. It functions by controlling fluid over-production and pressure inside the eye thus preventing the chances of blindness. This medication can be taken both orally or as an eye-drop.

On using Iotim Plus Eye Drop you may experience certain side-effects such as blurred vision, burning sensation of the eyes, drying of the eyes, headache, chest pain, mood swings, nausea, depression, seizures, night blindness, hair loss, swelling, difficulty in breathing, fever, irregular heartbeat, tiredness, loss of memory and a constant feeling of general illness.

Do not use this medication if you have any of the following condition. If you have asthma, have lung/ heart/ kidney/liver disorders, decreased blood circulation to the brain, have myasthenia gravis, diabetes, are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant or are nursing a baby.

The dosage will be determined by your doctor based on your medical history and current condition. The usual dose for adults in case of eye drop usage is about 0.25%, taken once or twice a day. Before administering the medication ensure to wash your hands.

• Glaucoma

• Allergy

• Hypersensitivity

• Headache

• Foreign Body Sensation In Eyes

• Blurred Vision

• Burning Sensation In Eye

• Stinging In The Eyes

• Eye Itching

• Allergic Reaction In Eye

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Studies carried out on humans and animals have shown significant adverse effects on the fetus. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The medication should not be consumed by breastfeeding mothers as there is a higher risk of side-effects on the infant. You are suggested to consult your doctor to discuss the potential benefits and risks before taking this medication.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Iotim Plus Eye Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Timolet Plus Eye Drop

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of overdose, consult your doctor.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

Timolol and Pilocarpine are the main elements present of Iotim Plus Eye Drop. Timolol is a beta obstructer while Pilocarpine is cholinergic agonist. They work by reducing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby decreasing the increased eye pressure.