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About Tobrine Eye Ointment

TOBRAMYCIN is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It is mostly used to treat eye infections such as conjunctivitis. Besides this, it is also useful in the treatment of various bacterial infections of the brain and spinal cord (meningitis), stomach or intestines, bladder or kidney (urinary tract infection), lungs (pneumonia), and also used for infections of the bone, skin or soft tissue including burns. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick.

TOBRAMYCIN contains tobramycin. It inhibits bacteria growth by interfering with protein synthesis. It binds to the proteins in the bacteria, disrupting the cell membrane, and eventually leading to cell death. It is active against various gram-negative bacteria and gram-positive bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus). It will not work for other types of infections such as viral, fungal, or parasitic infections.

Uses of Tobrine Eye Ointment

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits of Tobrine Eye Ointment

TOBRAMYCIN belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It reduces the infection by inhibiting bacterial growth. It irreversibly binds to a site on the bacterial ribosomes (ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis), inhibiting protein formation. Proteins are essential for bacterial growth. So, if bacteria cannot make proteins, it will eventually die.

Directions for Use

Eye drops: Wash your hands thoroughly with water before and after use. Tilt your head back and pull down the lower eyelid to create a small sac. Take the prescribed amount of dose with the dropper and squeeze out a drop. Close your eyes for about 2 to 3 minutes. Wipe any excess liquid with a tissue. Do not wipe or rinse the dropper tip after use. Place the dropper back on the bottle and tighten the cap. Ointment: Eye ointment is also used similarly. Create a pocket pulling the lower eyelid while tilting your head back. Then, squeeze out a prescribed amount of ointment and close your eyes. You may experience blurred vision for some time after opening the eyes. So, rest for a while before doing anything. Injections: Injections are given using a syringe. Do not self-administer. Injections are given only by a healthcare professional. The prescribed dose is taken and injected into a muscle or vein. Infusions are given in the form of a drip into the vein by a healthcare professional. Inhalation: Inhalations are used by inhaling the medicine with the use of a nebulizer or inhaler. Do not mix or dilute the medicine unless advised by your doctor. Do not swallow it by mouth. Note: In case of drops/ointment, do not touch the tip of the dropper or ointment tube as it may contaminate the contents. Do not place the tip directly into the eye while instilling drops or ointment. If the dropper touches the eye, immediately squeeze two to three drops onto the tissue and wipe the dropper’s tip with saltwater.

Side Effects of Tobrine Eye Ointment

TOBRAMYCIN may show side-effects such as redness, itching, tearing, or swelling in the eye after the application of eye drops. These side-effects usually go away after a short time. With the injection, you may experience side-effects such as fever, rash, pain at the injection site, itching, fatigue, drowsiness, weakness, headache, confusion, and diarrhoea. Other side-effects of TOBRAMYCIN are hearing problems, dizziness, ringing in the ears, convulsions, and muscle twitching. These side-effects are serious, and you may require medical attention right away.

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

TOBRAMYCIN may interact with other antibiotics (vancomycin, gentamicin, kanamycin, streptomycin, and cephalothin), diuretics (ethacrynic acid and furosemide), antifungal medication (amphotericin-B), general anesthetics, anti-cancer medicine (cisplatin), immune suppressant (ciclosporin), and medications used to treat muscle weakness (neostigmine and pyridostigmine).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

TOBRAMYCIN may increase the risk of drowsiness if alcohol is taken.

PREGNANCY

TOBRAMYCIN should be used with caution in pregnant women.

BREAST FEEDING

TOBRAMYCIN should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers.

DRIVING

TOBRAMYCIN may cause drowsiness. So, it is recommended to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking this medication.

 

KIDNEY

TOBRAMYCIN should be used with caution in renal problems. Dose adjustments may be necessary.