Bimatoprost & Timolol Eye Drops is the composition of the medication belonging to the brand BETAKAP-T which is used for treating raised or increased eye pressure in the eye including glaucoma and ocular hypertension. The composition of the medication is effective alone to treat eye problems. If the medication is ineffective on its own then the doctor would recommend this medication along with the other medications. When the optic nerve of the eyes is damaged then the person suffers from glaucoma. If the problem of the eye is not treated then the problem of the eyes increases leading to increased eye pressure. The composition of this medication totally acts on the damaged nerve curing the eye problems which are caused due to glaucoma. 

The composition of Bimatoprost & Timolol Eye Drops contains two supplements that are effective in treating eye-related issues including glaucoma which causes pressure on the eyes. Being a prostaglandin analog, Bimatoprost helps in reducing the pressure on the eyes by increasing the drainage of the fluid in the eye. As a beta-blocker, Trimolol helps in decreasing the production of the fluid which helps in reducing the risk of glaucoma. The increase in fluid production can also lead to the loss of sight. 

Uses Of Bimatoprost & Timolol Eye Drops

Belonging to the ophthalmic medication, both the supplements of the medication helps in decreasing the pressure on the eyes. Both the ingredients of the medication when getting combined help the person in decreasing the pressure on the eyes. Hypertension which occurs in the eyes is treated after instilling the composition of the eye drops. After the instillation of the eye drops in the eyes the production of the fluid decreases. If the pressure on the eyes increases with the production of the fluids then it can lead to the loss of eyesight if left untreated. After instilling the eye drops in the eyes the excess production of the fluid in the eyes is reduced which results in reducing the pressure on the eyes. 

Directions For Use

For the best use of the medication, the person is advised to instill the eye drops in the infected eye drops at least once a day during the night. The eye drops are to be instilled according to the advice of the doctor. If the person has any inquiry in the directions mentioned on the label then the doctor should be consulted. 

Side Effects Of Bimatoprost & Timolol Eye Drops

Although after the instilling of the eye drops the person gets comfortable with the eye issues but the person may suffer from the side effects which are as follows :

• Eye pain
• Darkening of eyelashes
• Stinging sensation
• Irritation
• Itching

Precautions To Be Taken

To avoid the side effects of the medication to become serious the person is advised to consider the following precautions :

• If the person is hypersensitive to any of the supplements of the medication then it is advised to avoid the treatment of this medication. 
• Before instilling the eye drops the person is advised to inform the doctor if he is taking any other eye drops including the antibiotics. 
• While instilling the eye drops in the eyes the person is advised to remove the eye lenses and can put them back after 15 minutes of the instilling of the medication. 
• To avoid infection in the eyes it is advised to wash the hand properly before and after instilling the eye drops. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can the person take multivitamins during the treatment of Bimatoprost & Timolol Eye Drops?

Taking the multi-vitamins along with the medication can affect the health of the person as the interaction of both the eye drops and the multi-vitamins is possible. So, it is advised to avoid the use of the multivitamins along with the use of this medication. 

2. Is the consumption of alcohol considered to be safe during the treatment of the composition of these eye drops?

There are no side effects caused if the person consumes alcohol during the treatment of these eye drops. But the consumption of alcohol can affect the functioning of the liver. 

3. After instilling the eye drops in the eyes can the person drive the vehicle?

Instilling the composition of these eye drops can affect the vision of the person. The person would see the blurred objects so it is advised to avoid doing the work that needs concentration including driving. 

4. What is the special advice to be considered during the treatment of these eye drops?

During the treatment of these eye drops the person is advised to avoid instilling the two eye drops together. Instilling the two eye drops together can affect the eyes of the person so it is advised to maintain a gap of 15 minutes between both medications.