Thymoptol is the trade name for eye drops containing the active ingredient timolol, a beta-blocker used to lower intraocular pressure in various forms of glaucoma.

Indications for Use:

1. Open-Angle Glaucoma.
2. Ocular Hypertension.
3. Secondary Glaucoma:
   • In selected cases, based on the physician’s evaluation.

Contraindications:

• Respiratory Disorders:
  • Bronchial asthma or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
• Cardiovascular Disorders:
  • Sinus bradycardia.
  • Second- or third-degree atrioventricular block.
  • Uncontrolled heart failure.
  • Cardiogenic shock.
• Allergic Reactions:
  • Hypersensitivity to timolol or any other components of the formulation.

Side Effects:

1. Local Reactions:
   • Burning, itching, redness of the eye.
   • Increased tearing or dry eyes.
2. Systemic Reactions:
   • Headache, dizziness.
   • Bradycardia, decreased blood pressure.
   • Bronchospasm (especially in susceptible individuals).

Special Instructions:

1. Patients with Cardiovascular Diseases:
   • Should be monitored closely during treatment for any exacerbation of symptoms.
2. Diabetes Mellitus:
   • Timolol may mask symptoms of hypoglycemia; caution is advised in diabetic patients.
3. Contact Lens Use:
   • Remove contact lenses before applying the drops. Wait at least 15 minutes after instillation before reinserting lenses.
4. Consultation Required:
   • Before starting Thymoptol, consult an ophthalmologist to determine the appropriateness of therapy and to establish the optimal dosage. Self-medication is not advised and may lead to serious adverse effects.

 Eye drops (sterile ophthalmic solution)
 - Concentration: 0.5% (5 mg of timolol in 1 ml of solution)
 - Volume: 5 ml in a dropper bottle
 - Also available in 0.25% concentration and in gel or combined forms (with dorzolamide, etc.).