Brimonidine and timolol and Nebivolol interaction

Brimonidine and timolol and Nebivolol: both prescribing labels flag this combination with the strongest language, such as a contraindication, a boxed warning, or an instruction to avoid it.

Major

Do not combine without a prescriber's guidance. The label language below is the strongest FDA uses.

What the FDA labels say

From the Nebivolol (Bystolic) label · effective 2024-08-01

Major

Hypotensive Agents Do not use BYSTOLIC with other β-blockers.

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Minor

As with other β-blockers, when discontinuation of BYSTOLIC is planned, carefully observe and advise patients to minimize physical activity.

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From the Brimonidine and timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution) label · effective 2025-05-30

Moderate

Antihypertensives/Cardiac Glycosides Because brimonidine tartrate/timolol maleate ophthalmic solution may reduce blood pressure, caution in using drugs such as antihypertensives and/or cardiac glycosides with brimonidine tartrate/timolol maleate ophthalmic solution is advised.

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Minor

Antihypertensives/cardiac glycosides may lower blood pressure.

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