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DuoTrav Information

DuoTrav (Travoprost/Timolol Maleate) is used to decrease high pressure in the eye in patients with conditions such as open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. When the clear, watery liquid inside of the eye fills up faster than it can empty, the pressure inside the eye builds up. If it gets too high, it can damage your sight. DuoTrav decreases the pressure in your eye through the action of travoprost (a prostaglandin analogue) and timolol (a beta-blocker). Travoprost increases the flow of fluid out of your eye. Timolol reduces the amount of fluid produced by your eye. If left untreated, the increased pressure can lead to nerve damage within the eye and affecting eyesight. DuoTrav is not recommended for individuals under 18 years of age.

DuoTrav Side Effects

The most common side effects of DuoTrav may include redness; itching; dryness; pain; sensitivity to light; eye irritations; blurred vision; temporary reduction of vision; tearing; growth of eyelashes and eyebrows hair; eye swelling; burning and stinging; changes in vision; inflammation of the eyelid glands; increased eye pressure; eyelid crusting; sunken eyes; changes in the color of the iris (colored part of the eye); skin darkening (around the eye). Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects such as:
• Allergic reaction: swelling or inflammation of the eye, trouble breathing;
• A change in blood pressure or heart rate;
• A change in urine color;
• Bad taste in the mouth;
• Dizziness, nervousness, confusion; depression;
• Discomfort inside the nose; ear infections;
• Fatigue; headache; pain in arms or legs;
• Rash;
• Seeing, feeling or hearing things that are not there (hallucination);
• Skin infection or irritation, skin reaction, skin redness;
• Thirst, cough or throat pain or irritation

DuoTrav Precautions

Do not use DuoTrav if you are allergic to Travoprost or Timolol Maleate or to any other ingredients in this medication; are pregnant or planning to become pregnant; have had a lung condition; certain heart problems. Before you start taking this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you have or have had diabetes or low blood sugar; have or have had thyroid problems; kidney problems; muscle weakness; heart disease, low blood pressure; problems with blood circulation to the brain; are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed; are planning to have surgery; have had a severe allergic reaction; have had a type of eye surgery, eye injury, eye inflammation; are using other medicines called beta-blockers or prostaglandin analogues. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between DuoTrav and other medications. Your doctor should check the pressure in your eye(s) regularly. Using DuoTrav may cause your eye color to become more brown or cause your eyelashes to become thicker, longer and darker. These changes may be permanent. If you are using DuoTrav in only one eye, your two eyes may look different. Your doctor may stop treatment if needed. Using DuoTrav may cause darkening of your eyelid skin. Do not wear contact lenses while applying DuoTrav. DuoTrav contains some ingredients which can cause skin reactions. Wipe up and rinse the contacted areas with water. DuoTrav may cause you to become drowsy or your vision may become blurry for some time. If any of these happen to you, wait until they go away before driving or using machines.

Do I need a prescription to order DuoTrav?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order DuoTrav.