Blocadren Warnings and Precautions

Prior to taking Blocadren, warnings and precautions for the drug should be reviewed. This includes possible drug interactions; the safety of taking it while pregnant or nursing; and the risk of heart failure, a slow heart rate, or other potentially serious complications. Conditions you should let your healthcare provider know about before taking Blocadren include diabetes, asthma, and hypothyroidism, to name a few.

What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider Before Taking Blocadren?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking Blocadren® (timolol maleate) if you have:
 
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:
 
  • Pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
  • Breastfeeding.
     
Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medicines you are taking, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;
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