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Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml is an antibiotic used to treat eye and ear infections caused by bacteria. It helps by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as eye discomfort, irritation, ringing sound, eye/ear pain, and stinging sensation
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Composition :

TOBRAMYCIN-0.3%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

EYE/EAR

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml

Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when pathogenic bacteria enter any eye portion, including the eyeball, conjunctiva, and cornea. An ear infection occurs when bacteria invade the middle or outer ear, causing pain and inflammation.

Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus, Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye/ear infections.

Use the Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as discomfort, irritation, and stinging sensation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.s

Do not use Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to any of its components or other aminoglycoside antibiotics (neomycin, paromomycin, kanamycin). Talk to your doctor if your condition did not improve even after using Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml for a week or if it worsens. Do not use the Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Please do not touch the tip of the dropper to the eye/ear or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate the contents. Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.

Uses of Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml

Treatment of Bacterial eye/ear infections

Medicinal Benefits

Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic that kills the infection-causing bacteria. Thereby it effectively treats various bacterial eye/ear infections.

Side Effects of Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml

  • Application site discomfort
  • Application site irritation
  • Stinging sensation

Directions for Use

Wash your hands before and after use. Use the dropper provided by the pack to instil the drops into the eye/ear. Do not touch the tip of the dropper to the eye/ear or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate the solution.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to any of the components present in Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml. Before using Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure), eye injury, eye or ear surgery, hearing problems (cytotoxicity), or a perforated eardrum and chronic otitis media. Notify the doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor if the infection symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment. Before taking the Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, notify your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are now taking to rule out any potential adverse effects or interactions.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TobramycinCidofovir
Critical
TobramycinMagnesium sulfate
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Eye infections:

  • Get at least six to eight hours of sleep each night to renew your eyes.
  • It would help to wash your eyes with clean water at least twice or thrice daily. If you have had eye surgery, wait at least two weeks before washing your eyes.
  • Take care of your health, eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly, and rest well.
  • Regularly wash your hands. Keep unclean hands away from your eyes.
  • Do not rub your eyes.
  • Eyeliner, mascara, and kohl should not be shared.
  • Wipe your eyes and face with clean towels or tissues at all times.
  • Suppose 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.
  • Blink frequently to aid in the spread of hydrating substances like mucus and tears across the eyes.

 

Ear infections:

  • Immunity aids in the prevention of infection. To strengthen your immune system, include fruits and vegetables, high-quality proteins, and whole wheat grains in your diet.
  • Avoid consuming foods you are allergic to, as they can cause the body to produce excessive mucus, resulting in inflammation.
  • Avoid getting shampoo, soap, and water in the ear because they can cause itching.
  • Poking or scratching the ear can cause damage to the ear canal, resulting in inflammation.
  • Quit or limit the intake of caffeine and alcohol.

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How Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml Works

Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus, Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye/ear infections.

What if I have taken an overdose of Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml

Use Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml as prescribed by the doctor. Overdose symptoms include increased lacrimation, oedema and lid itching. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.
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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol affects Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml. However, it is advisable to limit or avoid alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor as there is no substantial research yet on the use of Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml may cause blurred vision temporarily after using the drops in the eye. Before driving or operating any machinery, wait until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information about the usage of Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml in patients with liver disease is available. Please consult your physician. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information about the usage of Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml in patients with kidney disease is available. Please consult your physician. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml.

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Children

Caution

Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Mercantile Chamber, 3rd Floor, 12, J.N. Heredia Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai – 400 001, India.
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FAQs

Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when pathogenic bacteria enter any eye portion, including the eyeball, conjunctiva, and cornea.
Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic that kills the infection-causing bacteria. Thereby it effectively treats various bacterial eye/ear infections.
Please do not discontinue or stop using Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml until the course advised by the doctor has been completed. If you stop taking Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml too soon, your symptoms may recur.
It would help if you didn't use the Tobacin Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml for more than the prescribed duration. Please reach out to the doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if it becomes worse.
Wearing contact lenses during treatment is not recommended unless advised by the doctor. Remove contact lenses before instilling the drops into the eye and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them.

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