Tobastar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Tobastar has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Tobastar depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tobastar can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tobastar go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Tobastar has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tobastar related warnings talks about Tobastar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Tobastar can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tobastar in conditions like Kidney Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Tobastar are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Tobastar have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tobastar is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Tobastar is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Tobastar safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tobastar. If you are pregnant, do not take Tobastar without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Tobastar safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Tobastar. Immediately discontinue Tobastar if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Tobastar on the Kidneys?
Tobastar may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tobastar on the Liver?
Tobastar is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tobastar on the Heart?
Using Tobastar does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Tobastar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tobastar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tobastar habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tobastar is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tobastar will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Tobastar only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tobastar is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tobastar
It is safe to take Tobastar with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tobastar
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Tobastar with alcohol will be.
Yes, Tobastar has been reported to cause hearing loss or deafness. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience hearing loss or deafness after consuming or applying for this medicine, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Tobastar cannot be used to treat acne as it is not effective against acne.
Yes, Tobastar has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Tobastar is a prescription drug, hence do not take Tobastar without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Tobastar comes in the form of injection and eye drop. The usual dose is 1 drop in the affected eyes every 4 to 6 hours while you are awake. During the initial 48 hours, your doctor may increase the dose to 1 drop every 2 hours. The injectable form of this drug is given by healthcare providers.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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