Tobrasone Eye Drop 
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USED FOR:
Bacterial infections
Inflammation of the eye
COMPOSITION:
Tobramycin (0.3%)
Fluorometholone (0.1%)
Therapeutic Uses:
ophthal otologicals
ophthal
No interaction found
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Tobrasone Eye Drop is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
Tobrasone Eye Drop is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.To reduce the amount of Tobrasone Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
Tobrasone Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Tobrasone Eye Drop is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tobrasone Eye Drop may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Tobrasone Eye Drop is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tobrasone Eye Drop may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Uses of Tobramycin
Tobramycin is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
How to use Tobramycin
This medicine is for external use only.Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Tobrasone Eye Drop works
Tobramycin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Common Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Skin rash, Hearing loss, Balance disorder (loss of balance).
Expert advice for Tobramycin
Do not use tobramycin if you are allergic to it or any other component in the formulation.
Driving and using machinery should be avoided in cases where tobramycin usage causes dizziness or eye drops cause blurring of vision.
Do not mix or dilute your tobramycin with any other medicine in your nebulizer.
If you are taking several different treatments for cystic fibrosis, you should take them in the following order: bronchodilator (e.g. salbutamol), then chest physiotherapy, followed by inhaled medicines, and then tobramycin.
Do not use contact lenses when on treatment with tobramycin eye drops.
If you are using more than one eye drop, keep a gap of at least 5-10 minutes between two different eye drops.
Doctor’s advice should be considered in case of patients with following history of disease conditions: neuromuscular disorders such as parkinsonism, myasthenia gravis (characterized by movement disorders and/or muscle weakness); coughing up blood in your sputum; kidney problem.
Inform your doctor if you have ever experienced in the past: ringing in ears, any other problems with hearing, dizziness while taking tobramycin.
Q. Is tobramycin a sulfa drug or penicillin antibiotic?
No. Tobramycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat Pseudomonas infections and other serious infections in patients (6 years and older) with cystic fibrosis
Q. Does tobramycin treat styes, Pseudomonas, pink eye, staphylococcus and methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)?
Tobramycin/dexamethasone combination can be used to cure pink eye and styes, which are superficial eye and eyelid infections. Tobramycin treats Pseudomonas infections however it is not drug of choice in the treatment of staphylococcus or MRSA
Q. Is tobramycin safe for infants?
No. Due to high propensity for kidney and internal ear damage, tobramycin shouldn't be given to infants
Q. Is tobramycin over the counter?
No. Tobramycin belongs to schedule H and can be obtained only on production of valid prescription
Q. Is tobramycin the same as ofloxacin?
No. Tobramycin and Ofloxacin belong to different class of antibiotics, and are used to treat different sets of infections.
Uses of Fluorometholone
Fluorometholone is used in the treatment of inflammation of the eye.
How to use Fluorometholone
This medicine is for external use only.Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Tobrasone Eye Drop works
Fluorometholone is a topical steroid ( anti-inflammatory medicine ). It works by stopping the release of certain natural substances in the eye that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Common Increased intraocular pressure.
Expert advice for Fluorometholone
Your doctor has prescribed Fluorometholone for the relief of pain and inflammation in the eye. Do not use for more than a week except under an eye specialist's close observation as it may cause glaucoma or secondary infection. Notify your doctor if you recently had herpes or chicken pox. Take care to prevent contact of eye dispenser with eye, eyelid, eyelashes, or finger to avoid infection. Avoid wearing contact lenses after surgery and while using Fluorometholone.
Q. Does Fluorometholone treat pink eye?
Fluorometholone is used for treat inflammation of parts of conjunctiva; relives redness and itching. It must not be used for undiagnosed red eye condition. Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding its use
Q. Is Fluorometholone an antibiotic?
No, Fluorometholone is not an antibiotic. Fluorometholone belongs to a group of medicines called synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). It is used to relive inflammatory condition of the eye
Q. Is Fluorometholone a steroid?
Yes, Fluorometholone is a steroid. Fluorometholone belongs to a group of medicines called synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). It is used to relive inflammatory condition of the eye
Q. Is Fluorometholone safe?
Fluorometholone is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Fluorometholone generic?
Yes, Fluorometholone is a generic name. It is available in various trade names
Q. How does Fluorometholone work?
Fluorometholone belongs to a group of medicines synthetic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid). Fluorometholone binds to its receptors and controls the production of certain chemicals that mediate infections in the body, thereby inhibiting the inflammatory reactions (such as swelling, fibrin deposition, capillary dilatation, phagocyte migration)
Q. What is Fluorometholone ophthalmic suspension used for?
Fluorometholone is used to treat inflammation of parts of conjunctiva such as the palpebral conjunctive (a clear membrane, which coats the inside of the eyelids.) and bulbar conjunctiva (a clear membrane of the eye, which covers the outer surface of the eye)
Q. How much does Fluorometholone cost?
The price of Fluorometholone may vary depending upon the brand prescribed to you.Please read the instruction on the package for the correct price of the product.
Hicare Pharma
₹17.64/ml of Eye Drop Out of stock
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