Tobradex 0.1%/0.3% eye drop is composed of Dexamethasone (0.1%|0.3%)Tobramycin
Pack Size
5ml drops
Introduction
Dexamethasone is mainly used to treat blood disorders, skin diseases, immune system disorders and arthritis. It belongs to a class of medicines called corticosteroids. It works by decreasing your immune system’s response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic type reactions.
Primary Uses
Allergy and eye infection
Indications
This medicine is indicated in infected inflammatory conditions of eye.
Side Effects
Patients using this medication may at times experience corneal thinning, cataract, fungal infection and rise in intraocular (eye) pressure. If you experience any of these symptoms for a long period of time, consult your doctor immediately.
Warnings
Pregnancy
Pregnant females are advised to consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Lactation
Effect is undetermined in lactating females. Consult your doctor for further advice.
Driving
It is safe to drive after taking this medicine.
Liver
Caution is advised, better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Kidney
Caution is advised, better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
How to store this medicine?
Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
How can I reduce the side effects of dexamethasone?
1.Report to your physician any severe, persisting abdominal (stomach area) pain or black, tarry stools. 2.Take the steroid mediation after a full meal or with antacids, as this may help reduce irritation of the stomach. Steroids can increase your appetite (desire to eat food).
Important notes for use of this medicine?
• Please do not share this medicine with anyone. • Be sure to tell your doctor about any conditions/diseases/disorders you have or had (e.g. diabetes, eye conditions, osteoporosis, etc) before using this medicine
What are the uses of Tobramycin?
This medication is used for treatment of eye infections such as conjunctivitis. Please note it will only work for bacterial infections, not viral or fungal infections.
How to take Tobramycin?
Use it as prescribed by your health care provider. The dosage of this medicine is dependent on the age, condition, and its severity.
How to store Tobramycin?
Please store this medicine at room temperature (20-25 Celsius) or refrigerate (below 10 C) depending on the medicine type and manufacturer. Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
Will this medicine affect my vision?
You may be required to close your eyes for 10-15 after using this medicine so tasks like driving should be avoided immediately after use. Rarely does this medicine cause vision changes.
Does Tobramycin have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if no safer alternate is available. The effects of this medicine on lactating females are unknown. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.
What are the side effects of using this medicine?
You may experience the following: • Eye redness • Eye/eyelid itching • Temporary blurring of visions for 5-10 minutes
What are the precautions for using this medicine?
• Remove contact lens before using this medicine • Inform doctor if condition doesn’t improve within 4-5 days • Avoid contact of applicator with eye
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