Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml
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About Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus, Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections.
Use Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic (eye) use only; do not inject or swallow. Do not use Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to tobramycin, other aminoglycoside antibiotics, or any components in Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml may temporarily blur your vision; therefore, wait until your vision is back to normal before using any machinery or driving.
Uses of Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. The detailed uses of Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml are as follows:
- Bacterial eye infections: Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat external infections of the eye caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Corneal Ulcers: Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml is used in combination with other antibiotics to treat corneal ulcers, especially those caused by bacterial infections.
- Eye Injuries or Foreign Body Removal:Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml is used to prevent infection in case of eye injury or after removal of foreign body from the eye.
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Directions for Use
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
- Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic use only. Not for injection.
- Do not touch the dropper tip or other dispensing tip to any surface since this may contaminate solution.
Key Benefits
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye(s). Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml effectively treats bacterial eye infections.
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Drug Warnings
Do not use if you are allergic to tobramycin, another aminoglycoside antibiotic, or any of the components of Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor. You may have temporary blurred vision after using Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml; consequently, wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery. Before using Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml, notify your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure in the eye), eye damage, or eye surgery.
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Coadministration of cidofovir with Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml can cause kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml 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.
Using Atracurium with Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml can increase the risk of respiratory depression (breathing disorder).
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml and Atracurium, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
Taking Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml with Polymyxin B can increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml 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.
Coadministration of Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml 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 Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml, 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.
Using Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml together with everolimus can increase the risk of kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Everolimus and Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml, 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.
Using Botulinum toxin and Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml together may increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Botulinum toxin and Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml can cause an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience excessive muscle weakness or trouble breathing, swallowing, or speaking. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Combining Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml 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 Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml, 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.
Using pancuronium with Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pancuronium and Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Taking tenofovir alafenamide with Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml can increase the risk of kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tenofovir alafenamide and Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, 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 a doctor's advice.
Taking tacrolimus with Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml may increase risk of kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking tacrolimus and Tobagen Eye Drops 5ml together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Get at least eight hours of sleep each night to naturally refresh your eyes.
- Wash your eyes with clean water at least twice or thrice daily. If you had eye surgery, wash your eyes after two weeks.
- Take care of your health by eating a well-balanced diet, exercising regularly, and getting plenty of rest.
- If 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. For every 20 minutes, take a break.
- Blink frequently to aid in transmitting hydrating substances like mucus and tears across the eyes.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
It is not known if alcohol interacts with Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
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Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision. Wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Limited information about the use of Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml in patients suffering from liver impairment is available. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Kidney
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Limited information is available about the use of Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml in patients suffering from kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Heart
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml is generally considered safe for heart patients. However, please consult your doctor before using Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml.
Geriatrics
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Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml is generally considered safe for geriatric patients. However, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
FAQs
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used for the treatment of bacterial eye infections.
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections.
If you mistakenly put too many eye drops in your eye(s), rinse them promptly with lukewarm water.
Even if your symptoms improve, you must continue to use Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml for the indicated treatment period. If you quit using Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly, your symptoms may return.
Use Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml only for the duration recommended by your doctor. Do not use it for more than the recommended duration. Inform your doctor if the eye infection does not improve after three days of using Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml.
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 15 minutes between Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye medications. Use other eye medications first, wait for 15 minutes and then use Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml. Remove contact lenses before using the Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the infection is cleared.
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml may temporarily blur the vision. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery to prevent any mishappening.
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml has broad spectrum activity. It kills aerobic gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml should be used for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of the treatment based on your condition.
Consult the doctor if you don't get better after using Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml. Also, let the doctor know if your condition worsens despite using Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml.
The common side-effects of Tobagen Eye Drops 5 ml 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). Consult your doctor if you experience these side effects frequently.
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