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Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml, Pack of 1 Eye Drops
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Composition :

TOBRAMYCIN-0.3%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

MSP Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml

Tobrasol 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.

Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus, Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections.

Use Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Tobrasol 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.

Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic (eye) use only; do not inject or swallow. Do not use Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to tobramycin, other aminoglycoside antibiotics, or any components in Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Tobrasol 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 Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml

Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. The detailed uses of Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml are as follows:<br/>• Bacterial eye infections: Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat external infections of the eye caused by susceptible bacteria.<br/>• Corneal Ulcers: Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml is used in combination with other antibiotics to treat corneal ulcers, especially those caused by bacterial infections.<br/>• Eye Injuries or Foreign Body Removal: Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml is used to prevent infection in case of eye injury or after removal of foreign body from the eye.<br/>

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.
  • Tobrasol 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.

Medicinal Benefits

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

How Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml Works

Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml

Overdose of Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml may cause black, tarry stools, chest pain or tightness, continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in the ears, feeling of fullness in the ears. If an overdose is suspected, seek immediate medical help.

Drug Warnings

Do not use if you are allergic to tobramycin, another aminoglycoside antibiotic, or any of the components of Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor. You may have temporary blurred vision after using Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml; consequently, wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery. Before using Tobrasol 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.

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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Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision. Wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Limited information about the use of Tobrasol 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.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available about the use of Tobrasol 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.

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Children

Caution

Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

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FAQs

Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used for the treatment of bacterial eye infections.

Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobrasol 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 Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml for the indicated treatment period. If you quit using Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly, your symptoms may return.

Use Tobrasol 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 Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml.

Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 15 minutes between Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye medications. Use other eye medications first, wait for 15 minutes and then use Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml.

Do not wear contact lenses while using Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml. Remove contact lenses before using the Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the infection is cleared.

Tobrasol 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.

Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml has broad spectrum activity. It kills aerobic gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Tobrasol 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 Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml. Also, let the doctor know if your condition worsens despite using Tobrasol Eye Drops 5 ml.

The common side-effects of Tobrasol 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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Madurai 625 107 , Tamilnadu
Other Info - TOB0130

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Author Details

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Written By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 7:01 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/Consumers/cmi/t/tobrexdrops.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/tobramycin-ophthalmic.html

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