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Composition :

TOBRAMYCIN-0.3%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Allergan Healthcare India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

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Not Returnable

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About Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops

Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used for the treatment of bacterial eye infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any eye part, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.

Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops treats bacterial eye infections.

Use Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops are eye irritation, feeling of having something in the eye, swollen/itchy eyelids, eye redness, increased tearing and inflammation of the cornea (clear front portion of your eye). Most of these side effects fade away gradually over time without the need for medical intervention. However, consult your doctor if you experience these side effects frequently.

Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops is for ophthalmic (eye) use only; do not inject or swallow. Do not use Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops if you are allergic to tobramycin, other aminoglycoside antibiotics, or any components in Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops may temporarily blur your vision; therefore, wait until your vision is back to normal before using any machinery or driving.

Uses of Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops

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 advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.Eye cream/ointment: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the cream/ointment into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Medicinal Benefits

Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye(s). Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops contains tobramycin which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops effectively treats bacterial eye infections.

Storage

Keep Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops out of sight and reach of children.
Side effects of Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops

Drug Warnings

Do not use if you are allergic to tobramycin, another aminoglycoside antibiotic, or any of the components of Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor. You may have temporary blurred vision after using Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops; consequently, wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery. Before using Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops, notify your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure in the eye), eye damage, or eye surgery.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TobramycinBumetanide
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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops:
Coadministration of cidofovir with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops can cause kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops with Cidofovir is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
TobramycinBumetanide
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How does the drug interact with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops:
When Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops is taken with Bumetanide, the amount of Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops and Bumetanide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops:
Takin human immunoglobulin with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops may raise the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Human immunoglobulin and Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heart rhythm, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops:
Co-administration of Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops with torasemide increases the risk of toxicity.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops and torasemide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as blurred vision, dry mouth, dry skin, frequent urination, nausea, and stomach pain, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops:
Using Botulinum toxin and Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops together may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Botulinum toxin and Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops can cause an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience excessive muscle weakness or trouble breathing, swallowing, or speaking. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops:
Taking tacrolimus with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops may increase risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking tacrolimus and Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops:
Using pancuronium with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pancuronium and Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops:
Using Vecuronium with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops with Vecuronium can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops:
Taking Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops with Polymyxin B can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops and Polymyxin b, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience hearing loss, ringing in the ears, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, swelling, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TobramycinMannitol
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How does the drug interact with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops:
Taking mannitol with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops can increase the risk of hearing loss and kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops and Mannitol together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Get at least eight hours of sleep each night to naturally refresh your eyes.
  • Wash your eyes with clean water at least twice or thrice daily. If you had eye surgery, wash your eyes after two weeks.
  • Take care of your health by eating a well-balanced diet, exercising regularly, and getting plenty of rest.
  • Clean and replace your contact lenses more frequently if you wear them. Never share your contact lenses. Always wash your hands before and after the insertion and removal of contact lenses.
  • Avoid gazing at digital screens for extended periods. For every 20 minutes, take a break.
  • Blink frequently to aid in transmitting hydrating substances like mucus and tears across the eyes.

Side Effects of Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops

  • Eye irritation
  • A feeling of having something in the eye
  • Inflammation of the cornea (clear front portion of your eye)
  • Swollen / itchy eyelids
  • Eye redness
  • Increased tearing

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops treats bacterial eye infections.

If you mistakenly put too many eye drops or ointment in your eye(s), rinse them promptly with lukewarm water.

Even if your symptoms improve, you must continue to use Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops for the indicated treatment period. If you quit using Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops abruptly, your symptoms may return.

Use Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops only for the duration recommended by your doctor. Do not use it for more than the recommended duration. Inform your doctor if the eye infection does not improve after three days of using Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops.

Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 15 minutes between Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops and other eye medications. Use other eye medications first, wait for 15 minutes and then use Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops.

Do not wear contact lenses while using Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops. Remove contact lenses before using the Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the infection is cleared.

Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops may temporarily blur the vision. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery to prevent any mishappening.

Special Advise

  • Do not touch the tip of the dropper/tube as it may contaminate the contents.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial eye infections: Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea. The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, or keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. It is a highly contagious infection that is spread by eye secretions. Symptoms include redness, itchiness, and discharge or crusting around the eye. A stye is a bump on the eyelid, which is also a common eye condition. Keratitis is the inflammation of the cornea that occurs due to frequent use of contact lenses, injury, diabetes, or surgery.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops can be used during breastfeeding if prescribed by the doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops may cause temporary blurred vision. Wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information about the use of Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops in patients suffering from liver impairment is available. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information is available about the use of Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops in patients suffering from kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops can be used in children over 12 months if the doctor advises. The safety and effectiveness of Tobavue 5Ml Eye Drops in children under 12 months have not been established.

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