Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of pressure in the eyes (ocular hypertension) and glaucoma. It works by decreasing the pressure of fluid in the eye (aqueous humor), which helps in lowering the increased eye pressure.

Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Check the label thoroughly for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

The most common side effects include burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site, sleepiness, and decreased alertness. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your nose or mouth, immediately rinse it off with plenty of water. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after the use of this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Rutim Eye Drop

Treatment of Glaucoma
Treatment of Ocular hypertension

Benefits of Rutim Eye Drop

In Treatment of Glaucoma

Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages the optic nerve which is essential for proper vision. This damage is often caused by an abnormally high pressure in the eye. Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop is used to reduce swelling and pressure inside the eye. This helps prevent complications of glaucoma such as blindness and improves the vision. This medicine may be used alone or with other eye drops. Glaucoma cannot be prevented. Frequent monitoring, regular checkups can help detect the disease in its early stages.

In Treatment of Ocular hypertension

Ocular hypertension is a condition where the pressure inside the eye is higher than normal eye pressure due to fluid build-up. Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop increases the flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. This prevents further damage or complications such as change in vision or even loss of vision. You should only use Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor.

show less

Side effects of Rutim Eye Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Rutim

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Blurred vision
Sleepiness
Change in alertness

How to use Rutim Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

How Rutim Eye Drop works

Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Timolol and Brimonidine. Timolol is a beta blocker while Brimonidine is a sympathomimetic. They work by decreasing the production of aqueous humor (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Rutim Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop

₹69.1/Eye Drop

Abpress PF Eye Drop

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹459/eye drop

538% costlier

Abpress Eye Drop

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹330/eye drop

358% costlier

Britivin Eye Drop

Zivira Labs Pvt Ltd

₹345/eye drop

379% costlier

Abpress Eye Drop Twin Pack

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹600/eye drop

733% costlier

Drtmlo BD Eye Drop

DR Best pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹80/eye drop

11% costlier

Quick tips

Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines that lowers high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
It may cause temporary burning or itching sensation in the eye. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Patient concerns

I have been taking Timolet OD drops everyday for the last three months to help with high ocular pressure. Lately I have been feeling opaqueness in vision.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Visit glaucoma specialist for eye examination

Golucoma in eye pain in eye both

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Glaucoma needs prompt treatment Visit glaucoma specialist

FAQs

How to use Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop?

Wash your hands before applying Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop to avoid contamination, and do not touch the tip of the dropper. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop. For applying Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop, tilt your head back, look up, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch and then put the drops in the pouch.

Can Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop be stopped when symptoms are relieved?

No, Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop should be continued as advised by the doctor. If any problems are experienced due to the use of Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

Can the use of Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop cause blurry vision?

Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop can blur your eyes for a short period of time. Avoid driving or operating machinery just after using Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What are the contraindications associated with the use of Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop?

Rutim 0.15%/0.5% Eye Drop should not be used by patients who are hypersensitive to Timolol, Brimonidine or any of its constituents. This medicine should be avoided in patients who have airway disease, lung disease or heart disease. This medicine should not be used in children who are 2 years old or younger.

Show less

Top Ophthalmologists

Dr. Vandana Saroha

MBBS, MS, Fellowship

4.5 ★

Dr. Prem Vardhan

MBBS, MS, Fellowship, Fellowship

4.5 ★

Dr. Dheeraj Gupta

MBBS, MS, Fellowship

4.5 ★

Dr. Parul Sharma

MBBS, MS, DNB, Fellowship

4.2 ★

Dr. Reema Das

MBBS, Diploma, MS

4.2 ★

Want to share the information?

Disclaimer:

Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.

References

Mayo Clinic. Timolol + Brimonidine. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Medscape. Timolol+Brimonidine. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

Marketer details

Name: Runyon Healthcare India Pvt Ltd

Address: Plot no. 7 Vedant Sunshine, Kalali, Vadodra, Gujarat- 390012

Country of origin: India

The list of available options shown with the same composition has been prepared upon the advice of registered medical practitioners, pharmacists affiliated with TATA 1MG. TATA 1MG does not promote any pharmaceutical product of any particular company, and all recommendations are based on the medical opinion, advisories from specialist medical and pharmaceutical professionals.