Latanoprost/Timolol 0.05/5 (Apotex) TM
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Active ingredients: latanoprost + timolol
Pack: Latanoprost/Timolol 0.05/5 (Apotex) eye drops, 2.5 mL, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-Latanoprost/Timolol 0.05/5 Eye drops latanoprost 50 ug/mL and timolol (as maleate) 5 mg/mL bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension who are insufficiently responsive to beta-blockers, prostaglandins or other intraocular pressure lowering medications. Latanoprost/Timolol eye drops should not be used to initiate therapy.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Eye Drops, solution
- Ophthalmic
- Clear colourless solution, white translucent LDPE bottle, with white translucent LDPE dropper, light yellow opaque HDPE cap with sealing tape
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 2.5 mL (in 5 mL bottle) pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient latanoprost + timolol
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
