Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Duotrav Pq.
Allergy: People who have a history of allergies or anaphylactic reactions are more likely to experience these reactions while using travoprost - timolol eye drops. If you have a history of severe allergic reactions, you should discuss with your doctor how Duotrav Pq may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Duotrav Pq, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Asthma and respiratory disease: Although Duotrav Pq is intended to be used as a topical (surface only) treatment for the eyes, it may be absorbed into the bloodstream and affect breathing if you have a history of breathing problems or difficulty breathing. If you have asthma or other respiratory conditions, discuss with your doctor how Duotrav Pq may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Duotrav Pq, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Contact lenses: If you wear contact lenses, remove the lenses before using the eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them.
Diabetes: Although Duotrav Pq is intended to be used as a topical treatment for the eyes, it may be absorbed into the bloodstream and affect blood sugar control if you have diabetes. If you have diabetes, discuss with your doctor how Duotrav Pq may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Duotrav Pq, and whether any special monitoring is needed. You may need to test your blood sugar more often while you are using Duotrav Pq.
Drowsiness/reduced alertness: Duotrav Pq may cause drowsiness, dizziness, and temporary blurring of your vision. Do not drive, operate machinery, or engage in any potentially hazardous activities until you determine how Duotrav Pq affects you.
Eye changes: Duotrav Pq may gradually change the colour of the eye, increasing the amount of brown pigment in the iris (coloured part of the eye). The long-term effects on the eye and the chances of injury to the eye are currently unknown. As the change in colour may be permanent and occurs slowly, it may not be noticeable for several months or years. Duotrav Pq can also cause darkening, thickening, and lengthening of eyelashes. Eyelid skin darkening may also occur. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Eye conditions: If you have certain types of eye conditions (e.g., glaucoma, uveitis, certain lens problems), discuss with your doctor how Duotrav Pq may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Duotrav Pq, and whether any special monitoring is needed. If you experience frequent or chronic eye inflammation, discuss the risks and benefits of using Duotrav Pq with your doctor.
Kidney problems: If you have decreased kidney function or Kidney Disease, discuss with your doctor how Duotrav Pq may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Duotrav Pq, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Liver problems: If you have reduced liver function or liver disease, discuss with your doctor how Duotrav Pq may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Duotrav Pq, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Myasthenia Gravis: The timolol component of Duotrav Pq may cause increased muscle weakness for people with myasthenia gravis. If you have myasthenia gravis, discuss with your doctor how Duotrav Pq may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Duotrav Pq, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Severe cardiovascular (heart) disease: Although Duotrav Pq is intended to be used as a topical treatment for the eyes, it may be absorbed into the bloodstream and have an effect on heart disease. If you have heart disease, discuss with your doctor how Duotrav Pq may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Duotrav Pq, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Thyroid disease: If you have thyroid disease (e.g., Hyperthyroidism), discuss with your doctor how Duotrav Pq may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Duotrav Pq, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Pregnancy: The medication should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Duotrav Pq, contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: Timolol passes into breast milk after being used as an eye drop. It is not known if travoprost passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are using travoprost - timolol eye drops, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Duotrav Pq have not been established for children.
