Timolol tablets belong to a group of medicines called beta blockers. They are used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and reduce chest pain caused by angina. They are also used to prevent migraines.
If you have high blood pressure, taking timolol can help to prevent future heart disease, or heart attacks.
Timolol is only available on prescription.
Timolol also comes combined with bendroflumethiazide (a diuretic medicine). These combination tablets are only used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Timolol also comes as eye drops which are used for glaucoma.
Key facts
- Timolol tablets slow down your heart rate which can make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
- You’ll usually take timolol once or twice a day.
- Side effects of timolol tablets can include feeling tired or dizzy, cold fingers or toes, and feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting).
- Do not stop taking timolol tablets suddenly, especially if you have heart disease. This can make your condition worse.
- If timolol makes you feel dizzy or tired, do not drive a car, ride a bike, or use tools or machinery until you feel better.