Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml
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About Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml
Tofon 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.
Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus, Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections.
Use Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Tofon 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.
Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic (eye) use only; do not inject or swallow. Do not use Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to tobramycin, other aminoglycoside antibiotics, or any components in Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Tofon 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 Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml
Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections. The detailed uses of Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml are as follows:
- Bacterial eye infections: Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat external infections of the eye caused by susceptible bacteria.
- Corneal Ulcers: Tofon 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:Tofon 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.
- Tofon 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
Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye(s). Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tofon 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 Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor. You may have temporary blurred vision after using Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml; consequently, wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery. Before using Tofon 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 Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml can cause kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tofon 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.
Taking Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml with doxacurium chloride can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Tofon Eye Drops 5 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.
Taking Tofon 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 Tofon 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.
Taking tenofovir alafenamide with Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tenofovir alafenamide and Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml 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.
Using Atracurium with Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of respiratory depression (breathing disorder).
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml and Atracurium, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
When Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml is taken with Bumetanide, the amount of Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml in the blood can go up.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml and Bumetanide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Taking magnesium sulfate with Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of muscle weakness.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Magnesium sulfate and Tofon 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.
Using Vecuronium with Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).
How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Tofon 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.
Coadministration of Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml with Sirolimus can cause an increased risk or severity of kidney problems.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sirolimus and Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, a decrease in hunger, increased or decreased urine, weight gain or loss that occurs suddenly, fluid retention, swelling, difficulty breathing, muscle pain, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Co-administration of Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml with torasemide increases the risk of toxicity.
How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Tofon 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.
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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 Tofon 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 Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Tofon 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 Tofon 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 Tofon 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
Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Heart
Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml is generally considered safe for heart patients. However, please consult your doctor before using Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml is generally considered safe for geriatric patients. However, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
FAQs
Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used for the treatment of bacterial eye infections.
Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tofon 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 Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml for the indicated treatment period. If you quit using Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly, your symptoms may return.
Use Tofon 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 Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml.
Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 15 minutes between Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye medications. Use other eye medications first, wait for 15 minutes and then use Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml. Remove contact lenses before using the Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the infection is cleared.
Tofon 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.
Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml has broad spectrum activity. It kills aerobic gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Tofon 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 Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml. Also, let the doctor know if your condition worsens despite using Tofon Eye Drops 5 ml.
The common side-effects of Tofon 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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