Tobicort0.1%+0.3%
Eye Drops
Asiatic Laboratories Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Tobicort is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Tobicort is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Tobicort may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Tobicort may cause dizziness (vertigo). Changes in your eyesight or muscle wea... View More |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Tobicort is a prescription medicine having a combination of medicines that is used to treat bacterial eye infections. It stops the growth of bacteria an... View More
Uses of Tobicort
- Bacterial infections
Side effects of Tobicort
- Burning sensation
How to use Tobicort
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the ... View More
How Tobicort works
Tobicort is a combination of two medicines: Dexamethasone and Tobramycin. Dexamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical mes... View More
- Toba DM Eye Drops is used for the treatment of bacterial skin infections.
- It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film, two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Do not apply it to broken skin and avoid getting it in your eyes, nose or mouth.
- Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.... View More
- It may cause temporary burning, itching or a redness at application site. This is usually mild. Consult your doctor if you experience a more severe reac... View More
- Inform your doctor if your skin problem hasn't improved after seven days of treatment.
Indication
Bacterial eye infections, Ocular inflammation, Pink eye
Adult Dose
Ophthalmic Ocular inflammation with suspected or confirmed bacterial infection Adult: As Eye Drops: 1-2 drops instilled into the conjunctival sac(s) 4... View More
Child Dose
Ophthalmic Ocular inflammation with suspected or confirmed bacterial infection <2 years Safety and efficacy not established >2 years As Eye Drops... View More
Contraindication
Viral infections of corneal and conjunctiva (e.g. epithelial herpes simplex keratitis, vaccinia, varicella). Mycobacterial or fungal infection of the ey... View More
Mode of Action
Tobramycin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic, has actions similar to that of gentamicin and is active against Staphylococci, Streptococci, Pseudomonas aerug... View More
Precaution
Pregnancy and lactation. Avoid prolonged use, monitor intraocular pressure routinely. Safety and effectiveness in children <2 yr not established. Lac... View More
Side Effect
Hypersensitivity reactions, lid itching and swelling, conjunctival erythema, increase in intraocular pressure, glaucoma, optic nerve damage, posterior s... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
Interaction
Antagonistic effect w/ neostigmine and pyridostigmine. May potentiate the effect of warfarin and phenindione.
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The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not... View More