Latanoprost/timolol

Latanoprost/timolol (trade name Xalacom) is a combination drug used in glaucoma, consisting of latanoprost (increase uveoscleral outflow of aqueous humor[1]) and timolol (a beta blocker decreasing the production of aqueous fluid).

Latanoprost/timolol
Combination of
LatanoprostProstaglandin
TimololBeta blocker
Clinical data
Trade namesXalacom
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administration
Eye drops
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References

  1. Patel SS, Spencer CM (1996). "Latanoprost. A review of its pharmacological properties, clinical efficacy and tolerability in the management of primary open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension". Drugs Aging. 9 (5): 363–378. doi:10.2165/00002512-199609050-00007. PMID 8922563.


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