Travoprost/timolol

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Travoprost/timolol
Combination of
Travoprost Prostaglandin analog
Timolol Beta-blocker
Clinical data
Trade names Duotrav
AHFS/Drugs.com UK Drug Information
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Eye drops
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Travoprost/timolol, sold under the brand name Duotrav among others, is a fixed-dose combination medication used for the treatment of glaucoma. [4] [5] [6] [7] It contains travoprost and timolol maleate. [4]

It was approved for medical use in the European Union in April 2006. [4]

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References

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  2. "DUOTRAV travoprost 0.004% and timolol 0.5% (as maleate) eye drop solution". Department of Health. Australian Government.
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