General Information on Tobrex Eye Drops
Tobrex Eye Drops or tobramycin is a topical antibiotic used for the treatment of external infections of the eye caused by bacteria. The bacterial response to this drug should be appropriately monitored to determine the efficacy of treatment. Tobramycin falls under the class of known as aminoglycoside antibiotics and curbs bacterial growth. Patients can buy Tobrex Eye Drops only to treat bacterial eye infections. This medication should be used for the full treatment course as recommended by the doctor even after the symptoms of the infection have disappeared.
Side effects of Tobrex Eye Drops
The common side effects of this drug are eye redness, eye discomfort, or eyelid swelling. Patients should seek the medical attention of their doctor if these symptoms worsen or persist. Till date, no serious side effects of the drug have been reported. However, the prolonged use of these drops should be avoided as this can lead to a new fungal infection. The development of serious allergic reactions with this ophthalmic solution is very unlikely, but it is advisable to consult your doctor immediately if this occurs. A serious allergic reaction includes symptoms of hives, rash, itching and swelling of the face, tongue, or throat, intense dizziness, or difficulty breathing.
Precautions
Before you buy Tobrex Eye Drops, inform your doctor about your medical history and whether you are allergic to tobramycin or other aminoglycosides and preservatives or other substances. Patients may experience blurred vision after using the drops, which is temporary. However, it is recommended that they do not drive or use heavy machinery immediately after using it. Pregnant and breastfeeding women must only use these drops after consulting their doctor. The drug should be stored at room temperature and kept away from heat and moisture and out of reach of children.
Tobrex Eye Drops Dosage
The dosage of Tobrex Eye Drops will depend on the doctor’s prescription and often varies from patient to patient due to certain factors such as severity of the condition and medical history of a patient. Patients should follow their doctor's instructions or follow the directions on the label. For mild to moderate infections, the recommended dose is 1 drop every four hours, while for severe infections, 1 drop hourly until symptoms start to subside is deemed effective. Patients can make up for a missed dose as soon as they remember it, but they must avoid taking a double dose of Tobrex Eye Drops or taking the missed dose if it is already time for the next scheduled dose.
Interactions
Tobrex Eye Drops is not recommended to be used along with ethacrynic acid, furosemide, gallamine, lysine, tacrolimus, vancomycin, succinylcholine, or tubocurarine, but it may be indicated in some cases, in which case a doctor may either change the dose of Tobrex Eye Drops or other drugs. As of date, there are no serious interactions reported with this drug when taken concomitantly with other medications. However, inform your doctor about all the drugs you are using before you buy Tobrex Eye Drops to be on the safe side.
