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Latanoprost/timolol, sold under the brand name Xalacom, is a combination drug used for the treatment of glaucoma, consisting of latanoprost (increase uveoscleral outflow of aqueous humor) and timolol (a beta blocker decreasing the production of aqueous fluid).

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In some countries, Xalacom is marketed by Viatris after Upjohn was spun off from Pfizer.

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