Why Is Timolol Prescribed For A Person With Anxiety And Head Tremors?

Posted on Sat, 18 Jun 2016

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Question : My doctor put me on 10 mg Timolol a day for head tremors and I also take tramadol for anxiety and panic. I can't find much info on timolol

Answered by Dr. Baranidharan Kuselan (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Timolol is a beta blocker.

Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I am Dr.Barani and I am pleased to assist you.

Timolol is a beta blocker.
It is a non selective beta blocker used to treat hypertension, migraine headache and glaucoma.
It can cause spasm of the airways and lead to asthmatic attacks.

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Regards,
Dr.Barani

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