Xalacom eye drops 2.5 ml/bottle

Product Details:

• Brand Name: Xalacom
• Form: Eye drops
• Bottle Size: 2.5 mL
• Active Ingredients:
  • Latanoprost 0.005% (prostaglandin analog – increases fluid drainage from the eye)
  • Timolol 0.5% (beta-blocker – reduces fluid production in the eye)
• Usage: Lowers intraocular pressure in glaucoma or ocular hypertension
• Administration Route: Ophthalmic (eye) use only

How It Works:

• Latanoprost enhances the drainage of aqueous humor, reducing eye pressure.
• Timolol decreases the production of aqueous humor, further lowering pressure.
• Together, they effectively prevent damage to the optic nerve and vision loss.

Who Should Use It?

• Patients with open-angle glaucoma
• Individuals with ocular hypertension (high eye pressure)
• Those prescribed it by an eye specialist

Usage Instructions:

• Dose: Usually one drop in the affected eye(s) once daily, preferably in the evening.
• Do not touch the dropper tip to avoid contamination.
• Wait at least 5 minutes before using other eye medications.
• Remove contact lenses before use and wait 15 minutes before reinserting.

Warnings & Precautions:

• May cause temporary eye redness, irritation, or blurred vision after application.
• Avoid use in patients with severe asthma, COPD, or heart conditions.
• Monitor for eye color changes (latanoprost may cause gradual darkening of the iris).
• Store in a cool, dry place (2–8°C before opening, below 25°C after opening).
• Use within 4 weeks of opening.