{"id":24377,"date":"2022-08-22T11:11:44","date_gmt":"2022-08-22T11:11:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=24377"},"modified":"2022-08-23T11:40:02","modified_gmt":"2022-08-23T11:40:02","slug":"tapticom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/tapticom\/","title":{"rendered":"Tapticom &#8211; Tafluprost\/timolol uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>15 micrograms\/ml + 5 mg\/ml&nbsp;Eye drops&nbsp;, solution in&nbsp;single<br>-dose container tafluprost\/timolol<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Taptiqom is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What kind of medicine is it and how does it work?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taptiqom\u00a0eye drops\u00a0contain tafluprost and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/timosan\/\">timolol<\/a>.\u00a0Tafluprost belongs to a group of medicines called\u00a0prostaglandin analogs\u00a0and\u00a0timolol\u00a0belongs to a group of medicines called\u00a0beta blockers.\u00a0Tafluprost and\u00a0timolol\u00a0work together to lower the pressure in the eye.\u00a0The caption is used when the pressure in the eye is too high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is your medicine for?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The caption is used to treat a type of\u00a0glaucoma\u00a0called\u00a0open-angle glaucoma\u00a0and also a condition called\u00a0ocular\u00a0hypertension\u00a0in adults.\u00a0Both of these conditions are associated with increased pressure in the eye and can ultimately affect your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tafluprost and\u00a0timolol\u00a0found in Taptiqom may also be approved to treat other conditions not mentioned in this product information.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using Taptiqom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Taptiqom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to tafluprost,\u00a0timolol,\u00a0beta-blockers,\u00a0or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>if you have or have previously had problems with breathing such as\u00a0asthma, severe\u00a0chronic\u00a0obstructive\u00a0bronchitis\u00a0(severe lung disease that can cause wheezing, difficulty breathing, and\/or prolonged coughing)<\/li><li>if you have a slow heart rhythm,\u00a0heart failure,\u00a0or heart rhythm disturbances (irregular heart rhythm).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and precautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before using Taptiqom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you have or have ever had:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>coronary heart disease (symptoms may include chest pain, chest tightness, shortness of breath, or feeling of suffocation),\u00a0heart failure, low\u00a0blood pressure<\/li><li>heart rhythm disturbances, such as slow heart rate<\/li><li>breathing problems,\u00a0asthma,\u00a0or\u00a0chronic obstructive pulmonary disease<\/li><li>disease with poor blood circulation (such as\u00a0Raynaud&#8217;s disease\u00a0or Raynaud&#8217;s syndrome)<\/li><li>diabetes, as\u00a0timolol\u00a0may mask signs and symptoms of low blood sugar<\/li><li>an overactive\u00a0thyroid, as timolol may mask signs and symptoms of thyroid disease<\/li><li>allergy\u00a0or anaphylactic reactions<\/li><li>myasthenia gravis\u00a0(a rare disease that causes muscle weakness)<\/li><li>other eye diseases, such as diseases of the cornea (the clear membrane that covers the front of the eye) or a disease that requires eye surgery.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tell your doctor if you have:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>kidney problems<\/li><li>liver problems.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Please note<\/strong>&nbsp;that Taptiqom may have the following effects and some of them may be permanent:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The caption may increase the length, thickness, color, and\/or number of eyelashes and may cause abnormal hair growth on your eyelids.<\/li><li>The caption can darken the skin around the eyes.\u00a0Wipe off any solution that may have ended up on the skin.\u00a0This reduces the risk of skin darkening.<\/li><li>The caption can change the color of the\u00a0iris\u00a0(the colored part of your eye).\u00a0If Taptiqom is used in only one eye, the color of the treated eye may be permanently different from the color of the other eye.<\/li><li>The caption may cause hair growth in areas where the solution repeatedly comes into contact with the skin&#8217;s surface.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Before having an operation, tell your doctor that you are using Taptiqom, as\u00a0timolol\u00a0can change the effects of some medicines used for anesthesia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children and young people<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The caption is not recommended for children or adolescents under 18 years of age as there is a lack of data on safety and efficacy in this age group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Taptiqom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The caption can affect or be affected by other medicines you use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In particular, tell your doctor if you are using or intend to use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>other\u00a0eye drops\u00a0for the treatment of\u00a0glaucoma<\/li><li>drugs to lower\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0et<\/li><li>heart medication<\/li><li>drugs for the treatment of\u00a0diabetes<\/li><li>quinidine\u00a0(used to treat heart disease and some types of\u00a0malaria\u00a0)<\/li><li>antidepressants called\u00a0fluoxetine\u00a0and\u00a0paroxetine.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are using other medicines\u00a0<strong>in the eye<\/strong>, wait at least 5 minutes after you have instilled Taptiqom before using the other medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact lenses<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remove the contact lenses before using the eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting the contact lenses back in.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can become pregnant, you must use effective contraception during treatment with Taptiqom.\u00a0Do not use Taptiqom if you are pregnant.\u00a0You should not use Taptiqom if you are breastfeeding.\u00a0Consult a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving ability and use of machinery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The caption may cause\u00a0side effects, such as blurred vision, which may affect your ability to drive and\/or use machinery.\u00a0Wait to drive or use machines until you feel well and your vision is clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects anandamide effects.\u00a0Description of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0Discuss with your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The caption contains phosphate buffer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains approximately 0.04 mg\u00a0phosphate\u00a0per drop corresponding to 1.3 mg\/ml.\u00a0If you have a severely damaged\u00a0cornea,\u00a0phosphate\u00a0can in very rare cases cause cloudy spots on the cornea due to the accumulation of\u00a0calcium\u00a0during treatment.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Taptiqom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is 1 drop of Taptiqom in the eye or eyes once daily.&nbsp;Do not drip in more drops and do not use more often than prescribed by your doctor.&nbsp;This may make Taptiqom less effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Only use Taptiqom in both eyes if your doctor has prescribed it.&nbsp;Discard the opened container with remaining contents immediately after use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To be used only as\u00a0eye drops.\u00a0Do not swallow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not allow the single-dose container to touch the eye or the area around the eye.&nbsp;It may cause damage to the eye.&nbsp;The single-dose container can also become contaminated with bacteria that can cause an&nbsp;eye infection&nbsp;and lead to serious damage to the eye, including loss of vision.&nbsp;To avoid possible contamination of the single-dose container, the tip should not touch any surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions for use:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When starting a new bag:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use single-dose containers if the bag seal is broken.\u00a0Open the bag along the dashed line.\u00a0Write down the date you opened the bag in the designated date space on the bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every time you use Taptiqom:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20130615000059#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/res\/RootMedia\/Santen\/Media\/Taptiqom.jpg\" alt=\"user manual\" title=\"user manual\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Wash your hands.<\/li><li>Take the single-dose containers out of the bag.<\/li><li>Detach a\u00a0single-dose container.<\/li><li>Place the remaining container back into the bag and fold the edge to close the bag.<\/li><li>Open the container by twisting off the tab.\u00a0(Image A)<\/li><li>Hold the container between your thumb and forefinger.\u00a0The tip of the container must not be visible more than 5 mm above the index finger.\u00a0(Image B)<\/li><li>Tilt your head back or lie down.\u00a0Put your hand on your forehead.\u00a0The index finger should be in line with the eyebrow or rest on the bridge of the nose.\u00a0Look up.\u00a0Pull the lower eyelid down with the other hand.\u00a0Do not allow any part of the container to come into contact with the eye or the area around the eye.\u00a0Gently press the container and let a drop fall into the space between the eyelid and the eye.\u00a0(Image C)<\/li><li>Close the eye and press a finger on the inner corner of the eye for about two minutes.\u00a0This prevents the eye drop from flowing into the tear duct.\u00a0(Image D)<\/li><li>Wipe off any solution that may have ended up on the skin around the eye.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If a drop ends up outside the eye<\/strong>, try again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If your doctor prescribed you to use drops in both eyes<\/strong>, repeat steps 7 to 9 for the other eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The contents of one&nbsp;single-dose container&nbsp;are enough for both eyes.&nbsp;Discard the opened container with remaining contents immediately after use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you are using other medicines in the eye<\/strong>, wait at least 5 minutes after instilling Taptiqom before using the other medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use too much Taptiqom&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you have taken too much Taptiqom<\/strong>, you may feel dizzy or have a headache, heart symptoms, or breathing problems.\u00a0If you have ingested too much medicine or if, for example,\u00a0a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for an assessment of the risk and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consult a doctor&nbsp;<strong>if the medicine is accidentally swallowed.<\/strong><a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Taptiqom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you forget to use Taptiqom<\/strong>, drop in a single drop as soon as you remember, then go back to your routine.\u00a0However, if it is almost time for the next\u00a0dose, you can skip the missed\u00a0dose.\u00a0Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a missed\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you stop using Taptiqom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do not stop using Taptiqom without asking your doctor<\/strong>.\u00a0If you stop using Taptiqom, the pressure in the eye will increase again.\u00a0This can cause permanent damage to the eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about this medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.\u00a0Most\u00a0side effects\u00a0are not serious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can usually continue to use the drops unless the\u00a0side effects\u00a0are severe.\u00a0If you are worried, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The following are known&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;when using Taptiqom:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;may occur in up to 1 in 10 users:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eyes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Itching\u00a0in the eye.\u00a0Eye irritation.\u00a0Eye pain.\u00a0Redness\u00a0in the eye.\u00a0Change in length, thickness, and number of\u00a0eyelashes.\u00a0The sensation of a foreign body in the eye.\u00a0Discoloration of the\u00a0eyelashes.\u00a0Light sensitivity.\u00a0Blurred vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Less common&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;may occur in up to 1 in 100 users:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Central and&nbsp;peripheral nervous system<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Headache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eyes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dry eyes.&nbsp;Redness&nbsp;of the eyelids.&nbsp;Small spot-like inflamed areas on the surface of the eye.&nbsp;Watery eyes.&nbsp;Swollen eyelids.&nbsp;Tired eyes.&nbsp;Inflammation&nbsp;of the eyelids.&nbsp;Inflammation&nbsp;inside the eye.&nbsp;Eye discomfort.&nbsp;Eye allergy.&nbsp;Inflammation&nbsp;in the eye.&nbsp;Abnormal sensation in the eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have been seen when using the medicines Taptiqom consists of (tafluprost and&nbsp;timolol&nbsp;) and may therefore occur when using Taptiqom:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have been seen with tafluprost:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eyes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Impairment in the eye&#8217;s ability to see details.\u00a0Change in the color of the\u00a0iris\u00a0(may be permanent).\u00a0Change in color of the skin around the eyes.\u00a0Swelling of the surface membrane of the eye.\u00a0Eye discharge.\u00a0Pigmentation\u00a0of the surface membrane of the eye.\u00a0Follicles\u00a0in the surface membrane of the eye.\u00a0Sunken eyes.\u00a0Iritis\/uveitis (\u00a0inflammation\u00a0of the colored part of the eye).\u00a0Macular edema\/cystic macular edema (swelling of the retina in the eye which leads to impaired vision).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The skin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Abnormal hair growth on the eyelids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Effects on the respiratory tract<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Worsened\u00a0asthma, shortness of breath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have been seen with timolol:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The immune system<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Allergic reactions, including swelling under the skin,\u00a0hives, and rash.\u00a0Severe sudden life-threatening\u00a0allergic reaction.\u00a0Itching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Metabolism&nbsp;and&nbsp;nutrition<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Low blood sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mental disorders<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depression.&nbsp;Difficulty sleeping.&nbsp;Nightmares.&nbsp;Memory loss.&nbsp;Nervousness.&nbsp;Hallucination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Central and&nbsp;peripheral nervous system<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dizziness.\u00a0Fainting.\u00a0Unusual sensations (such as tingling and numbness).\u00a0Increases in signs and symptoms of\u00a0myasthenia gravis\u00a0(muscle disease).\u00a0Stroke.\u00a0Decreased blood supply to the brain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eyes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inflammation\u00a0of the cornea.\u00a0Decreased sensation in the cornea.\u00a0Visual disturbances include refractive changes (sometimes due to discontinuation of miotic therapy).\u00a0Drooping upper eyelids.\u00a0Double vision.\u00a0Blurry vision and detachment of the blood vessel-containing membrane under the retina after filtration surgery, can cause visual disturbances.\u00a0Corneal damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ears<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tinnitus&nbsp;(ringing in the ears).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Slow heartbeat.\u00a0Chest pain.\u00a0Palpitation.\u00a0Edema\u00a0(fluid accumulation).\u00a0Changes in\u00a0pulse\u00a0or heart rhythm.\u00a0Chronic\u00a0heart failure\u00a0(heart disease with shortness of breath, swollen feet, and legs due to fluid retention).\u00a0A type of heart rhythm disorder.\u00a0Heart attack.\u00a0Heart failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blood vessels<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Low\u00a0blood pressure.\u00a0Limping.\u00a0Raynaud&#8217;s phenomenon, is cold hands, and feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breath<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spasm in the airways (preferably in people with the existing disease).\u00a0Difficulty breathing.\u00a0Cough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gastrointestinal tract<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nausea.\u00a0Indigestion.\u00a0Diarrhea.\u00a0Dry mouth.\u00a0Taste changes.\u00a0Abdominal pains.\u00a0Vomiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The skin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hair loss.\u00a0Skin rash with a white to silvery appearance (psoriasis-like rash) or worsening\u00a0psoriasis.\u00a0Rash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscles and bones<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle pain is not caused by exercise.\u00a0Joint pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reproductive organs and mammary gland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Peyronie&#8217;s disease (which can cause bending of the penis).\u00a0Sexual\u00a0Dysfunction.\u00a0Decreased\u00a0libido.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>General symptoms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle weakness\/fatigue.&nbsp;Thirst.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Taptiqom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use before the expiry date which is stated on the single-dose container, sachet, and outer carton after \u201cEXP\u201d.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Store unopened foil bags in a refrigerator (2 \u00b0C\u20138 \u00b0C).&nbsp;Do not open the bag until you need to use the eye drops as unused containers in an open bag must be discarded 28 days after the bag is first opened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After opening the foil bag:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Store the single-dose container in the original foil bag.&nbsp;Light sensitive.<\/li><li>Store at a maximum of 25 \u00b0C.<\/li><li>Discard unused&nbsp;single-dose containers&nbsp;28 days after the date the foil pouch was first opened.<\/li><li>Discard opened&nbsp;single-dose container&nbsp;with any remaining solution immediately after use.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines must not be thrown into the drain or among the household waste.\u00a0Ask the pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer used.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substances are tafluprost and\u00a0timolol.\u00a01 ml of solution contains 15 micrograms of tafluprost and 5 mg\u00a0of timolol.<\/li><li>Other ingredients are\u00a0glycerol, disodium phosphate dodecahydrate, disodium edetate, polysorbate 80,\u00a0hydrochloric acid,\u00a0and\/or sodium hydroxide (to adjust\u00a0pH\u00a0), and water for injections.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Appearance and package sizes of the medicine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Caption is a clear, colorless liquid (solution) supplied in\u00a0single-dose\u00a0plastic containers, each containing 0.3 ml of solution.\u00a0Ten\u00a0single-dose containers\u00a0are provided in a bag.\u00a0Caption is supplied in packs containing 30 or 90\u00a0single-dose containers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Santen Oy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Niittyhaankatu 20<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>33720 Tampere<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Santen Oy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kelloportinkatu 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>33100 Tampere<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This medicine is approved in the European Economic Area and the United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) under the name Taptiqom:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom (Northern Ireland)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lozada:<\/strong>\u00a0Italy<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Taptiqom\u00a0eye drops\u00a0contain tafluprost and\u00a0timolol\u00a0.\u00a0Tafluprost belongs to a group of medicines called\u00a0prostaglandin analogues\u00a0and\u00a0timolol\u00a0belongs to a group of medicines called\u00a0beta blockers\u00a0.\u00a0Tafluprost and\u00a0timolol\u00a0work together to lower the pressure in the eye.\u00a0Taptiqom is used when the pressure in the eye is too 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