Xalacom - Eye Drop Latanoprost .005% + Timolol 0.5% Eye prep - 2.5ml 1 2.5ml Drop(s) / 2.5ml Drop Unknown Introduction: Xalacom has a combination of medicines that is used to treat glaucoma and ocular hypertension. It decreases the fluid (aqueous humor) production in the eye which relieves the pressure in the eye. Xalacom 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. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.... Uses of Xalacom: GlaucomaOcular hypertension Side effects of Xalacom: Eye painForeign body sensation in eyesStinging sensationItchingIrritationDarkening of eyelashes How to use Xalacom: This medicine is for external use only. Take 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 extra liquid. How Xalacom works: Xalacom is a combination of two medicines: Timolol and Latanoprost. Timolol is a beta blocker while Latanoprost is a prostaglandin analogue while. They work by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.