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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic used to treat eye and ear infections caused by bacteria. It helps by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as eye discomfort, irritation, ringing sound, eye/ear pain, and stinging sensation
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Composition :

TOBRAMYCIN-0.3%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zota Health Care Ltd

Consume Type :

EYE/EAR

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops

Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when pathogenic bacteria enter any eye portion, including the eyeball, conjunctiva, and cornea. An ear infection occurs when bacteria invade the middle or outer ear, causing pain and inflammation.

Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops contains tobramycin, which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus, Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops treats bacterial eye/ear infections.

Use the Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops as prescribed by your doctor. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as discomfort, irritation, and stinging sensation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.s

Do not use Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops if you are allergic to any of its components or other aminoglycoside antibiotics (neomycin, paromomycin, kanamycin). Talk to your doctor if your condition did not improve even after using Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops for a week or if it worsens. Do not use the Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Please do not touch the tip of the dropper to the eye/ear or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate the contents. Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.

Uses of Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops

Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops is used in the treatment of bacterial eye/ear infections. The detailed uses of Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops are as follows:<br/>• Eye infections: Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops treats bacterial eye infections such as conjunctivitis (pink eye), by killing the bacteria, reducing inflammation, and relieving symptoms like redness, itching, and discharge in the eye.<br/>• Ear infections: Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops treats ear infections caused by bacteria, by killing the bacteria, reducing swelling, and relieving symptoms like discomfort, itching, and discharge in the ear.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor’s instructions for how often to use the drops. Typically, they are used several times a day, depending on the severity of the condition.• For Eye Drops: Wash your hands, tilt your head back, pull down your lower eyelid, and place the prescribed number of drops into the eye. Then, gently close your eyes and press the corner near your nose to prevent the medication from draining out.• For Ear Drops: Lie on your side or tilt your head so the ear faces up, pull the ear upward and outward (for adults) or downward (for children), and place the prescribed number of drops into the ear.• Keep head tilted for a few minutes to allow the medication to reach the affected area.• Do not touch the tip of the dropper to your eye, ear, or any surface to avoid contamination.• If using more than one type of eye or ear medication, wait at least 5 minutes between each application.• After applying the drops, wash your hands thoroughly.

Medicinal Benefits

Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops contains tobramycin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic that kills the infection-causing bacteria. Thereby it effectively treats various bacterial eye/ear infections.

How Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops Works

Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops contains tobramycin, which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus, Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops treats bacterial eye/ear infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml
Managing Medication-Related Skin Allergies: A Step-by-Step Guide
  • If you experience signs of skin allergies such as redness, itching, or irritation after taking medication, contact your doctor right away.
  • To alleviate skin allergy symptoms, your doctor may change your medication regimen or offer tailored medication management advice.
  • Your doctor may recommend or prescribe drugs to relieve discomfort.
  • Cool compresses or calamine lotion can help relieve redness and itching on the afflicted skin area.
  • Staying hydrated by consuming plenty of water can help relieve discomfort.
  • Monitor your skin condition closely and promptly report any changes, worsening symptoms, or concerns to your healthcare provider.

What if I have taken an overdose of Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops

Use Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops as prescribed by the doctor. Overdose symptoms include increased lacrimation, oedema and lid itching. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops if you are allergic to any of the components present in Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops. Before using Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops, inform your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure), eye injury, eye or ear surgery, hearing problems (cytotoxicity), or a perforated eardrum and chronic otitis media. Notify the doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor if the infection symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment. Before taking the Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops, notify your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are now taking to rule out any potential adverse effects or interactions.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml:
Coadministration of cidofovir with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml can cause kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml 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.
How does the drug interact with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml:
Taking Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml with Polymyxin B can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml 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.
How does the drug interact with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml:
Takin human immunoglobulin with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml may raise the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Human immunoglobulin and Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml 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.
TobramycinDoxacurium chloride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml:
Taking Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml with doxacurium chloride can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml and Doxacurium chloride, 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 Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml:
Taking Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml with succinylcholine can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Suxamethonium and Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml:
Coadministration of Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml with Colistin can increase the blood levels and risk of Colistin side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Colistin and Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience, shortness of breath, muscle pain, dizziness, or palpitations, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml:
Using Atracurium with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml can increase the risk of respiratory depression (breathing disorder).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml and Atracurium, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
TobramycinCisatracurium
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml:
Combining Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml together with cisatracurium can increase the neuromuscular blocking effects( disorder that effects nerves and muscles) of cisatracurium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Cisatracurium and Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you have any of these symptoms - having trouble breathing contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TobramycinMannitol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml:
Taking mannitol with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml can increase the risk of hearing loss and kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml 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.
How does the drug interact with Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml:
Using Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml together with everolimus can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Everolimus and Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 10 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden weight gain, feeling out of breath, or having kidney problems. If you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, weight loss, swelling, muscle cramps, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heartbeat contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Eye infections:

  • Get at least six to eight hours of sleep each night to renew your eyes.
  • It would help to wash your eyes with clean water at least twice or thrice daily. If you have had eye surgery, wait at least two weeks before washing your eyes.
  • Take care of your health, eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly, and rest well.
  • Regularly wash your hands. Keep unclean hands away from your eyes.
  • Do not rub your eyes.
  • Eyeliner, mascara, and kohl should not be shared.
  • Wipe your eyes and face with clean towels or tissues at all times.
  • Suppose you wear contact lenses; clean and replace them more frequently. Never share your contact lenses. Always wash your hands before and after inserting and removing contact lenses.
  • Avoid gazing at digital screens for extended periods.
  • Blink frequently to aid in the spread of hydrating substances like mucus and tears across the eyes.

 

Ear infections:

  • Immunity aids in the prevention of infection. To strengthen your immune system, include fruits and vegetables, high-quality proteins, and whole wheat grains in your diet.
  • Avoid consuming foods you are allergic to, as they can cause the body to produce excessive mucus, resulting in inflammation.
  • Avoid getting shampoo, soap, and water in the ear because they can cause itching.
  • Poking or scratching the ear can cause damage to the ear canal, resulting in inflammation.
  • Quit or limit the intake of caffeine and alcohol.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS
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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol affects Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops. However, it is advisable to limit or avoid alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor as there is no substantial research yet on the use of Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops may cause blurred vision temporarily after using the drops in the eye. Before driving or operating any machinery, wait until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information about the usage of Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops in patients with liver disease is available. Please consult your physician. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information about the usage of Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops in patients with kidney disease is available. Please consult your physician. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops.

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Children

Caution

Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.

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FAQs

Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when pathogenic bacteria enter any eye portion, including the eyeball, conjunctiva, and cornea.

Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops contains tobramycin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic that kills the infection-causing bacteria. Thereby it effectively treats various bacterial eye/ear infections.

Please do not discontinue or stop using Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops until the course advised by the doctor has been completed. If you stop taking Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops too soon, your symptoms may recur.

It would help if you didn&#039;t use the Optob 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops for more than the prescribed duration. Please reach out to the doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if it becomes worse.

Wearing contact lenses during treatment is not recommended unless advised by the doctor. Remove contact lenses before instilling the drops into the eye and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

16Th Floor, Godrej Bkc, Plot C, G Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400 051, India.
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