Bidin T Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops

Bidin T eye drops are used to lower the pressure in the eye in patients with open-angle glaucoma and increased eye pressure (ocular hypertension). It contains a combination of brimonidine and timolol as active ingredients. Bidin T eye drops work by decreasing the production of aqueous humor (fluid-filled in the eye), which helps to lower the eye pressure.

This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age. Use this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. It is meant for external use only.

Do not swallow or ingest. Before using Bidin T eye drops, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.

Dosage

Overdose

• As Bidin T eye drops is meant for external application, cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
• If you have applied extra quantities of it, wipe out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed instilling Bidin T eye drops, apply it as soon as possible. Do not over-instil this medicine to compensate for the missed application.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Bidin T eye drops contain a combination of timolol and brimonidine as active substances.
• Brimonidine has the dual action of reducing the aqueous humor fluid (clear, watery liquid inside the eye) production and increasing the outflow of aqueous fluid.
• Timolol acts by decreasing the aqueous humor production, which helps in lowering the pressure within your eye.

Directions for Use

• Use Bidin T eye drops exactly as instructed by your doctor.
• Follow the directions carefully and do not miss an application.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying.
• Close your eyes for 2 - 3 minutes and do not blink or squeeze.
• Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper. The dropper must be kept clean to avoid infections.
• Using a clean tissue or cloth, wipe any excess liquid from your face.
• Use the exact number of drops as recommended by your doctor.
• If you have been prescribed any other eye drops or eye ointments, keep an interval of at least 5 minutes between both medicines.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Bidin T eye drops during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effect of Bidin T eye drops in pregnancy. Hence, the use of this medicine is not recommended unless prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or if you think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Bidin T eye drops while breastfeeding?

Bidin T eye drops may pass into human breast milk. Thus, the use of this medicine is not recommended for nursing mothers. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Bidin T eye drops ?

Bidin T eye drops may cause blurring of vision, visual disturbance, fatigue, and drowsiness which may alter the ability to drive. Hence, avoid driving until all these symptoms are resolved.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Bidin T eye drops ?

It is recommended to avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol with Bidin T eye drops as it may increase the side effects. Talk to your doctor if you consume it too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You experience an allergic reaction.
• You have heart, respiratory, diabetes and hyperthyroid (overactive thyroid) disease or condition.
• You experience loss of vision or dryness of the eye after using this medicine.
• You have a planned surgery.
• You wear contact lenses.
• Bidin T eye drops should not be used in children below 2 years of age.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to timolol, brimonidine or any other component of Bidin T eye drops.
• If you have a history of bronchial asthma or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
• If you have any heart disease or disorder including heart failure.
• If you have any psychiatric disease and are taking medicines such as rasagiline, selegiline, isocarboxazid, phenelzine, amitriptyline, nortriptyline, desipramine and mianserin. If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor.

Side effects

• Headache
• Sleepiness
• Eyelid itching
• Eyelid swelling
• Lack of energy

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Since Bidin T eye drops are to be used externally, it is less likely to interact with other medicines.
• However, consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.
• The effect of Bidin T eye drops may be increased with medicines used to calm the central nervous system such as morphine, zolpidem and lidocaine.
• The effect of this medicine may be increased with medicines such as diltiazem, verapamil, propranolol, atenolol, amiodarone, digitalis and guanethidine used for heart conditions.
• Concomitant use of these eye drops with medicines used to increase heart rate such as adrenaline may cause dilation of the pupil (mydriasis).
• Bidin T eye drops may increase the effect of blood sugar-lowering medicine such as metformin and insulin and may hide the symptoms of lower blood sugar.
• Concomitant use of these eye drops with iodine contrast medium or intravenous lidocaine should be avoided.

Storage and disposal

• Store Bidin T eye drops at a temperature not exceeding 15°C - 25°C.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Bidin T eye drops lower the blood pressure?

No, Bidin T eye drops do not significantly lower the body's blood pressure. It lowers the pressure in the eye (ocular pressure).

Will Bidin T eye drops cause blurry vision?

Yes, Bidin T eye drops may cause blurry vision for some time or short duration. If you experience any such effect, it is advised to avoid driving or operating any machinery until your vision clears.

Can I stop taking Bidin T eye drops when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Bidin T eye drops on your own even if you feel better. You should use this medicine for the duration prescribed by your doctor. You should complete the full course of treatment, or else the condition might worsen later. Always consult your doctor before stopping any medicine.

How long can I use Bidin T eye drops ?

You should use Bidin T eye drops for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop using this medicine on your own.

What is Bidin T used for?

Bidin T eye drops are used to reduce the high pressure within the eyes in patients with chronic (long-lasting) open-angle glaucoma or increased pressure of the eye (ocular hypertension).