Gluc Aid Eye Drop

Gluc Aid 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 this medication 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?

  This medication can be given to the women who are breastfeeding but only after evaluating the benefits and risks with the doctor.

• 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.

• 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 is a beta blocker which performs its action by reducing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.