Tobastar Eye Drop
Rs.65for 1 bottle(s) (5 ml Ophthalmic Solution each)
food interaction for Tobastar Ophthalmic Solution
alcohol interaction for Tobastar Ophthalmic Solution
pregnancy interaction for Tobastar Ophthalmic Solution
lactation interaction for Tobastar Ophthalmic Solution
food
alcohol
pregnancy
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Tobastar Eye Drop 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 some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tobastar Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Tobastar 0.3% w/v Ophthalmic Solution
Tobramycin(0.3% w/v)
Tobastar ophthalmic solution uses
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How tobastar ophthalmic solution works
Tobastar Eye Drop is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This treats your eye infection.
Common side effects of tobastar ophthalmic solution
Burning sensation, Eye redness, Eye itching, Eye irritation
SUBSTITUTES FOR Tobastar Ophthalmic Solution
29 Substitutes
29 Substitutes
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Expert advice FOR Tobastar Ophthalmic Solution
- Your doctor has prescribed Tobramycin to treat bacterial infections of the eye.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Tobramycin may cause damage to cornea on long-term use.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
- Tobramycin may cause damage to cornea on long-term use.
- Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Frequently asked questions FOR Tobastar 0.3% w/v Ophthalmic Solution
Tobramycin
Q. What bacteria does Tobastar Eye Drop kill?
Tobastar Eye Drop is effective against a wide range of bacteria. Tobastar Eye Drop must be used only against susceptible bacteria. A whole gamut of bacteria that can be killed by Tobastar Eye Drop includes S. Aureus and S. epidermidis, some species of Streptococci, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter aerogenes, Proteus mirabilis, Morganella morganii, most Proteus vulgaris strains, Haemophilus influenza, and H. aegyptius, Moraxella lacunata, Acinetobacter calcoaceticus, and some Neisseria species. Your doctor will evaluate whether this medicine is suitable for your condition.
Q. How long should you use Tobastar Eye Drop?
The doctor will decide the duration of treatment which will depend on the severity of infection. For instance, if you have mild to moderate eye infection, your doctor will advise 1-2 eye drops, 4 times a day, usually. In severe infections, you may be prescribed 2 drops every hour. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. You should use it exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Q. How should Tobastar Eye Drop be used?
You should wash your hands before using the eye drops. Avoid touching the dropper tip against your eye or anywhere else. Tilt your head slightly and instill one drop. Close your eyes for 2 or 3 minutes with your head tipped down, avoid blinking or squinting. Gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye for about 1 minute, to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct. If you use more than one drop, wait about 5 minutes between the drops. Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.