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Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml

Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml

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Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-26

for this medicine

About Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml

Nextob Sterile 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 eye part, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.

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

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

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

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Medicinal Benefits

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

Directions for Use

Eye drops: 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.Eye cream/ointment: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml

  • Eye irritation
  • A feeling of having something in the eye
  • Inflammation of the cornea (clear front portion of your eye)
  • Swollen / itchy eyelids
  • Eye redness
  • Increased tearing

Drug Warnings

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

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug interactions: Relevant interactions not found/established.

Drug-Food interactions: Relevant interactions not found/established.

Drug-Disease interactions: Relevant interactions not found/established.

Habit Forming

No

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.

Special Advise

Do not touch the tip of the dropper/tube as it may contaminate the contents.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial eye infections: Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea. The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, or keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. It is a highly contagious infection that is spread by eye secretions. Symptoms include redness, itchiness, and discharge or crusting around the eye. A stye is a bump on the eyelid, which is also a common eye condition. Keratitis is the inflammation of the cornea that occurs due to frequent use of contact lenses, injury, diabetes, or surgery.

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Alcohol

Caution

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

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Pregnancy

Caution

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

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml can be used during breastfeeding if prescribed by the doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Nextob Sterile 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

Caution

Limited information about the use of Nextob Sterile 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

Caution

Limited information is available about the use of Nextob Sterile 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

Safe if prescribed

Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml can be used in children over 12 months if the doctor advises. The safety and effectiveness of Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml in children under 12 months have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot No. -13 , Sector -5, Industrial Area, Parwanoo, Distt. Solan (H.P) India
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FAQs

Nextob Sterile 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 eye part, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.
Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections.
If you mistakenly put too many eye drops or ointment in your eye(s), rinse them promptly with lukewarm water.
Even if your symptoms improve, you must continue to use Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml for the indicated treatment period. If you quit using Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly, your symptoms may return.
Use Nextob Sterile 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 Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml.
Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 15 minutes between Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye medications. Use other eye medications first, wait for 15 minutes and then use Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml. Remove contact lenses before using the Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the infection is cleared.
Nextob Sterile 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.
No, Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml does not cause diarrhoea. Consult the doctor if you experience diarrhoea.
Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml may cause headache as a side effect. Rest in a quiet/dark room, massage gently, and use a hot/cold compress on the head and neck.
Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml has broad spectrum activity. It kills aerobic gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Nextob Sterile 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.
Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Administer Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
Consult the doctor if you don't get better after using Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml. Also, let the doctor know if your condition worsens despite using Nextob Sterile Eye Drops 5 ml.
The common side-effects of Nextob Sterile 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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