Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml
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About Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml
Tocin 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.
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus, Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections.
Use Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Tocin 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.
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic (eye) use only; do not inject or swallow. Do not use Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to tobramycin, other aminoglycoside antibiotics, or any components in Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Tocin 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 Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. The detailed uses of Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml are as follows:
- Bacterial eye infections: Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat external infections of the eye caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Corneal Ulcers: Tocin 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:Tocin 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.
- Tocin 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
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye(s). Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tocin 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 Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor. You may have temporary blurred vision after using Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml; consequently, wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery. Before using Tocin 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 Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml can cause kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tocin Eye Drops 5 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.
Co-administration of Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml with torasemide increases the risk of toxicity.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml and torasemide together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as blurred vision, dry mouth, dry skin, frequent urination, nausea, and stomach pain, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Takin human immunoglobulin with Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml may raise the risk of kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Human immunoglobulin and Tocin Eye Drops 5 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.
Using pancuronium with Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pancuronium and Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
Using Tocin Eye Drops 5 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 Tocin Eye Drops 5 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.
Using Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml with tubocurarine can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).
How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml and Tubocurarine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Using Vecuronium with Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).
How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml with Vecuronium can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
Using Botulinum toxin and Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml together may increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Botulinum toxin and Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
Taking magnesium sulfate with Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of muscle weakness.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Magnesium sulfate and Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience symptoms such as muscle weakness and breathing difficulties consult your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Taking Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml with Polymyxin B can increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Tocin Eye Drops 5 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.
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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
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It is not known if alcohol interacts with Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Pregnancy
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Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe Tocin 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 Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
Caution
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision. Wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery.
Liver
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Limited information about the use of Tocin 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
Consult your doctor
Limited information is available about the use of Tocin 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
Caution
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Heart
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml is generally considered safe for heart patients. However, please consult your doctor before using Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml.
Geriatrics
Safe if prescribed
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml is generally considered safe for geriatric patients. However, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
FAQs
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used for the treatment of bacterial eye infections.
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tocin 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 Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml for the indicated treatment period. If you quit using Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly, your symptoms may return.
Use Tocin 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 Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml.
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 15 minutes between Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye medications. Use other eye medications first, wait for 15 minutes and then use Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml. Remove contact lenses before using the Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the infection is cleared.
Tocin 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.
Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml has broad spectrum activity. It kills aerobic gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Tocin 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 Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml. Also, let the doctor know if your condition worsens despite using Tocin Eye Drops 5 ml.
The common side-effects of Tocin 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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