Glantrim Eye Drop 5ml

About Glantrim Eye Drop 5ml

Glantrim Eye Drop Uses

• Treats open angle glaucoma when eye pressure stays high
• Manages ocular hypertension in adults
• Used when a single eye pressure medicine is not enough alone
• Prescribed after other glaucoma drops fail to control pressure

Glantrim Eye Drop Benefits

• Combines two mechanisms in one bottle for better pressure control
• Reduces fluid production and improves fluid drainage together
• Cuts down the number of separate eye drops needed daily
• Helps protect the optic nerve from long term pressure damage

Drug Class

• Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor (Dorzolamide)
• Non selective beta blocker (Timolol)
• Fixed dose combination antiglaucoma eye drop

What Experts Say

Eye specialists explain that Glantrim combines two different drug actions in a single bottle. Dorzolamide blocks the carbonic anhydrase enzyme inside the eye, which slows the production of the fluid called aqueous humor. Timolol works differently by blocking beta receptors, which also reduces fluid formation. Together, the two ingredients lower eye pressure more than using either drug alone.

This combination is usually recommended when a single glaucoma drop does not bring pressure down enough on its own. Doctors often prefer combination formulas because patients find it easier to use one bottle instead of two separate drops through the day. Missing doses is a common reason glaucoma treatment fails, so simpler regimens tend to work better long term.

Because timolol can enter the bloodstream through the eye, it may affect heart rate and breathing in sensitive patients. People with asthma, slow heart rate, or certain heart conditions need close monitoring before starting this drop. Regular eye pressure checks help confirm the treatment is working and catch any side effects early.

Glantrim Eye Drop 5ml formula

• Dorzolamide 2% + Timolol 0.5%

Available forms

• Eye Drop

How to use Glantrim Eye Drop 5ml?

• Tilt the head back and pull down the lower eyelid gently
• Place one drop into the affected eye as advised by the doctor
• Usually used twice a day, about 12 hours apart
• Press a finger on the inner corner of the eye for a minute after using
• Wait at least five minutes before using any other eye drop
• Avoid touching the dropper tip to the eye or any surface

Drug Interactions

• Oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitors can raise the risk of side effects when combined
• Oral beta blockers may add to slow heart rate and low blood pressure
• Calcium channel blockers can increase the risk of heart rhythm problems
• Other eye pressure drops need spacing of several minutes apart
• Epinephrine based drugs may interact with the timolol component

Risks and warnings

• Avoid use in asthma, COPD, or chronic bronchitis
• Not recommended with a slow heart rate or heart block
• Use caution in kidney disease since dorzolamide is processed by the kidneys
• Not advised in narrow angle or angle closure glaucoma without laser treatment first
• Inform the doctor about sulfa allergy before starting this drop
• Contact lenses should be removed before applying the drop

Glantrim Eye Drop 5ml Side Effects

• Burning or stinging right after application
• Bitter taste in the mouth
• Blurred vision for a few minutes
• Watery or itchy eyes
• Eye redness or dryness
• Headache
• Slow heart rate or dizziness in sensitive patients
• Shortness of breath or wheezing in rare cases

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use
• Protect from direct light and excess heat
• Discard the bottle four weeks after opening
• Keep out of reach of children