Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm

Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm 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 part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.

Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm treats bacterial eye infections.

Use Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm 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.

Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm is for ophthalmic (eye) use only. Do not use Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are allergic to tobramycin, other aminoglycoside antibiotics, or any components in Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm may temporarily blur your vision; therefore, wait until your vision is back to normal before using any machinery or driving.

Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. The detailed uses of Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm are as follows:

• Bacterial eye infections:Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat external infections of the eye caused by susceptible bacteria.
• Corneal Ulcers:Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm is used in combination with other antibiotics to treat corneal ulcers, especially those caused by bacterial infections.

• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Gently pull your lower eyelid 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.
• Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm is for ophthalmic use only.
• Do not touch the tip of the tube or other dispensing tip to any surface, as this may contaminate the ointment.
• If the ointment becomes discoloured, it should be discarded.

Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye(s). Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm contains tobramycin which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm effectively treats bacterial eye infections.

Do not use if you are allergic to tobramycin, another aminoglycoside antibiotic, or any of the components of Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor. You may have temporary blurred vision after using Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm; consequently, wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery. Before using Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm, notify your doctor if you have vision problems or severe eye pain. Do not use Saptob Eye Ointment 5 gm while you are wearing contact lenses.