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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Composition :

TOBRAMYCIN-0.3%W/V

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop

Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop 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.

Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop treats bacterial eye infections.

Use Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop 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.

Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop is for ophthalmic (eye) use only; do not inject or swallow. Do not use Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop if you are allergic to tobramycin, other aminoglycoside antibiotics, or any components in Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop may temporarily blur your vision; therefore, wait until your vision is back to normal before using any machinery or driving.

Uses of Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop

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

Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye(s). Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop contains tobramycin which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop effectively treats bacterial eye infections.

Storage

Keep Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop out of sight and reach of children.

Drug Warnings

Do not use if you are allergic to tobramycin, another aminoglycoside antibiotic, or any of the components of Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor. You may have temporary blurred vision after using Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop; consequently, wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery. Before using Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop, notify your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure in the eye), eye damage, or eye surgery.

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 Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop

  • 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

FAQs

Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop 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 Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop for the indicated treatment period. If you quit using Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop abruptly, your symptoms may return.

Use Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop 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 Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop.

Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 15 minutes between Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop and other eye medications. Use other eye medications first, wait for 15 minutes and then use Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop.

Do not wear contact lenses while using Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop. Remove contact lenses before using the Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the infection is cleared.

Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop 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 Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop. 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 Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop can be used during breastfeeding if prescribed by the doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop 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 Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop 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 Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop 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

Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop can be used in children over 12 months if the doctor advises. The safety and effectiveness of Tobramac 0.3% Eye Drop in children under 12 months have not been established.

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