Duotrav (Timolol Maleate/Travoprost)

Do's

• Follow your healthcare provider's instructions exactly. This includes how much to use, how often to use it, and for how long.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before using the eye drops.
• Tilt your head back and gently pull down your lower eyelid to create a pocket.
• Apply the prescribed number of drops into the pocket created by your lower eyelid.
• Close your eye for a minute or two and gently press on the inner corner of your eye to help prevent the medication from draining into your tear duct.
• Wipe away any excess medication from your eyelid with a clean tissue.
• If you are using other eye drops, wait at least 5 minutes between using Duotrav and the other drops.

Don'ts

• Don't touch the tip of the dropper to your eye or anything else. This can contaminate the medication.
• Don't use Duotrav if the solution is discolored or cloudy.
• Don't use Duotrav if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
• Don't share Duotrav with anyone else.
• Don't use more Duotrav than your healthcare provider prescribes.
• Don't stop using Duotrav without first talking to your healthcare provider.

Common Side Effects:

• Ocular hyperemia (increased blood supply to the eye, leading to redness)
• Eye irritation
• Blurred vision
• Dry eyes
• Watery eyes
• Headache

Serious Side Effects:

• Sensitivity to light
• Abnormal vision
• Pink, red, or swollen eyelids
• Eye pain or severe irritation
• Serious damage to the eye, possibly leading to loss of vision, if the eye drop solution becomes contaminated

This is not an exhaustive list, and other side effects may occur. If you experience any unusual or severe side effects while taking Duotrav,  contact your healthcare provider for medical advice.

Inform your healthcare provider if you have allergies to travoprost, timolol, or any ingredients in DuoTrav.

Discuss your medical history with your healthcare provider before using DuoTrav, especially regarding:

• Asthma or other breathing problems (COPD)
• Severe heart disease (heart block, slow heart rate)
• Low blood pressure
• Certain heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias)
• Diabetes (DuoTrav may mask symptoms of low blood sugar)
• Overactive thyroid
• Myasthenia Gravis (muscle weakness)
• Kidney problems
• Liver problems
• Severe eye problems (including recent eye surgery)

DuoTrav may cause changes in eyelash growth (increased length, thickness, darkness) and may darken the iris (colored part of the eye).

Inform your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any eye pain, vision changes, swelling, or redness.

Inform your healthcare provider about all medications you use, including DuoTrav, before surgery.

DuoTrav should only be used during pregnancy if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your healthcare provider.

It is unknown if DuoTrav passes into breast milk. Consult your healthcare provider before breastfeeding.

DuoTrav may interact with contact lenses. Discuss proper use with your healthcare provider.

DuoTrav may cause blurred vision. Avoid activities requiring clear vision until your vision is normal.

While not a major warning, some sources suggest sun exposure might worsen side effects.