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Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm

Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm

Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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.

Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm treats bacterial eye infections.

Use Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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.

Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm is for ophthalmic (eye) use only; do not inject or swallow. Do not use Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm if you are allergic to tobramycin, other aminoglycoside antibiotics, or any components in Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, notify your doctor. Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm may temporarily blur your vision; therefore, wait until your vision is back to normal before using any machinery or driving.

Uses of Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Medicinal Benefits

Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye(s). Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm contains tobramycin which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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 Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm

  • 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 Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor. You may have temporary blurred vision after using Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm; consequently, wait until your vision returns to normal before driving or operating any machinery. Before using Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm, 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 Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm. 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 Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm can be used during breastfeeding if prescribed by the doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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 Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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 Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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

Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm can be used in children over 12 months if the doctor advises. The safety and effectiveness of Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm in children under 12 months have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ashirwad Building, S.V.Road, Opp. Badi Masjid, Bandra(W), Mumbai-400050, India
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FAQs

Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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.
Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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 Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm for the indicated treatment period. If you quit using Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm abruptly, your symptoms may return.
Use Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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 Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm.
Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. Maintain a gap of 15 minutes between Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm and other eye medications. Use other eye medications first, wait for 15 minutes and then use Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm. Remove contact lenses before using the Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm. It is advised to wear spectacles and avoid contact lenses until the infection is cleared.
Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm may temporarily blur the vision. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery to prevent any mishappening.
No, Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm does not cause diarrhoea. Consult the doctor if you experience diarrhoea.
Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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.
Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm has broad spectrum activity. It kills aerobic gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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 Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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 Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm. Also, let the doctor know if your condition worsens despite using Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm.
The common side-effects of Tobracid Eye Ointment 3 gm 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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