What it's used for
Timolol maleate tablets are used for the treatment of hypertension and to reduce cardiovascular mortality and reinfarction risk in clinically stable survivors of an acute myocardial infarction.
Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).
Typical dosing
The usual initial dosage for hypertension is 10 mg twice a day, which may be adjusted based on heart rate and blood pressure response.
Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.
Boxed warning / key safety info
Inhibition of sympathetic stimulation by beta-blockers can precipitate more severe heart failure in individuals with diminished myocardial contractility.
Common side effects
Timolol maleate tablets are generally well tolerated, with most adverse effects being mild and transient.
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