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Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml

Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml

Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml is an ophthalmic (for eye use) medication, primarily used to treat and prevent bacterial eye infections. It is effectively used to treat eye inflammation caused by allergies, shingles, severe acne, iritis (inflammation of the coloured part of the eye (iris)), uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eye (uvea)), eye injury, radiation, and chemical burns. A bacterial eye infection occurs when bacteria invade any part of the eyeball or its surrounding tissues, including the cornea (clear front surface of the eye) and the conjunctiva (thin membrane lining the outer eye and inner eyelids).

Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml contains two medicines, namely: Tobramycin (antibiotic) and Loteprednol (corticosteroid). Tobramycin belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It inhibits bacteria growth by interfering with protein synthesis. It binds to the bacteria's proteins, disrupting the cell membrane, and eventually leading to cell death. Loteprednol belongs to the class of corticosteroids. It blocks prostaglandins' production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy.

Your doctor will advise on how often you take Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml based on your medical condition. Some common side effects of Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml include blurred vision, burning/stinging sensation in the eye, and eye discomfort. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time.

Please do not use Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml without consulting your doctor if you have any heart, liver and kidney diseases and allergic reactions to Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml and its components. Avoid touching the eye dropper with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids while administering drops since it contaminates the dropper tip and solution. Avoid driving or operating machines since the administration of Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml causes blurred vision for a while after using. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, please consult your doctor before using Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml.

Uses of Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml

Bacterial eye infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml treats and prevents bacterial eye infections and contains two medicines, namely: Tobramycin (antibiotic) and Loteprednol (corticosteroid). Tobramycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that inhibits bacteria growth by interfering with protein synthesis. It binds to the bacteria's proteins, disrupting the cell membrane, and eventually leading to cell death. Loteprednol, a corticosteroid, blocks prostaglandins' production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml is used to prevent or treat only bacterial eye infections.

Directions for Use

Eye drops: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml

  • Blurred vision
  • Burning/stinging sensation of the eye 
  • Eye discomfort 

Drug Warnings

Before taking Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml, let your doctor know if have a history of eye problems (glaucoma and cataract), heart, liver or kidney diseases, and allergic reactions to Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml and its components. Therapy with ophthalmic corticosteroids should be administered cautiously in patients with a history of cataracts, glaucoma, or increased intraocular pressure (increased pressure inside the eye). It is advised to check with your doctor before using Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines since the administration of Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision for a while.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml may interact with water pills (furosemide), drugs treating stomach ulcers (lansoprazole), and the smallpox vaccine.

Drug-Food Interaction: It is advised to avoid or limit the intake of alcohol.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Brief your doctor before starting the medicine if you have a medical history of eye problems (glaucoma and cataract), heart, liver and kidney diseases, and allergic reactions to Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml and its components. Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml is contraindicated in most viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • LANSOPRAZOLE
  • SMALLPOX VACCINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml.
  • Try to maintain good hygiene to keep your eyes clean and irritant-free.
  • Do not rub your eyes even though some ophthalmic drugs make your eye itchy.
  • Wash your hands thoroughly and do not touch the dropper before using drops to avoid contamination.
  • Know your allergy triggers, such as pollen, dust and other factors.

Special Advise

  • It is advised to reach out to your doctor if the bacterial infection symptoms persist or worsen after two treatment weeks.
  • It is better to consult your ophthalmologist to rule out the possibilities of cataract, glaucoma or any damage to the optic nerves.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial eye infection: A bacterial eye infection occurs when bacteria invade any part of the eyeball or its surrounding tissues, including the cornea (clear front surface of the eye) and the conjunctiva (thin membrane lining the outer eye and inner eyelids). A bacterial eye infection symptoms include red eyes, pain, swelling of eyes, watery eyes, itching, and blurry vision. Some prevalent/very common eye infections are Conjunctivitis (pink eye) and Stye.

Conjunctivitis: A condition caused by the inflammation and irritation of the eye's mucous membrane (conjunctiva). 

Stye: Formation of a bump on the eyelid that happens when bacteria from the skin get into an eyelash's hair follicle.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Other Info - TOB0018

FAQs

Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml contains Tobramycin and Loteprednol. Tobramycin, an antibiotic, binds to the bacteria's proteins, disrupting the cell membrane, and leading to cell death. Loteprednol, a corticosteroid, blocks prostaglandins' production (chemical messengers) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. Collectively, Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml helps in relieving and treating symptoms of bacterial eye infections.
If you use other eye ointments/drops along with Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml, it is advised to maintain a gap of at least 5-10 minutes after each administration. Also, use eye drops before applying any eye ointment.
Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml can cause a blurry vision for some time in the beginning. Avoid driving and operating machinery in such cases until you feel better. If the effect persists longer, seek medical attention.
Avoid the contact of the dropper or tip with fingers, eyes, and eyelids when you use eye ointment or eye drops. Topical eye products, when contaminated by patients with eye diseases, bacterial keratitis (an infection of the cornea) and ocular infections (eye infections) may occur, which result in vision loss.
It is advised to remove your contact lens if you are wearing it while administering Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml. Also, remember to wash your hands before and after administering the medicine to avoid contamination.

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Alcohol

Caution

There is limited information on how alcohol consumption affects Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml. Please consult your doctor before starting.

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is not known if Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml affects pregnancy and unborn baby. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before starting Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml if you are a lactating mother.

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Driving

Caution

Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml may cause side effects like blurry vision, affecting your driving ability. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have clear vision.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Children

Caution

Please consult your doctor if Tobaflam Eye Drops 5 ml is to be used in children. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending upon the condition of the children's disease and age.

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