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On this episode, I discuss timolol pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more.
Timolol is a non-selective beta-blocker so it blocks both beta-1 and beta-2 receptors.
Since timolol blocks beta-2 receptors, it can blunt the effect of respiratory medications that have beta-agonist action.
Beta-blockers are notorious for causing bradycardia and pulse is an important monitoring parameter for timolol.
In this episode of the Top 200 Drugs Podcast, I cover glyburide, citalopram, olmesratan, carvedilol, and tiotropium.
Glyburide is a sulfonylurea that is well known to cause hypoglycemia and weight gain because it stimulates the pancreas to increase insulin release.
Citalopram is an...
Published 11/14/24
Clindamycin is an antibiotic for infection. It inhibits protein synthesis by binding to the 50s ribosomal subunit and is well known to contribute to C. Diff. risk.
Acetaminophen is a common over-the-counter medication that relieves pain and fever. It does not have much benefit in reducing...
Published 11/07/24