Tobrasone is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Tobrasone also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Tobrasone depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Tobrasone have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Tobrasone go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Tobrasone's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Tobrasone has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tobrasone related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Tobrasone since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Tobrasone contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Tobrasone may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tobrasone is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Tobrasone is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Tobrasone safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Tobrasone will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Tobrasone safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Tobrasone for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Tobrasone on the Kidneys?
Using Tobrasone does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Tobrasone on the Liver?
Using Tobrasone does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Tobrasone on the Heart?
You can take Tobrasone without any fear of damage to the heart.
Tobrasone 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 Tobrasone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tobrasone habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tobrasone has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Tobrasone
Taking Tobrasone with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tobrasone
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tobrasone.
Tobrasone is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used to treat various types of bacterial infections and hepatic encephalopathy.
Tobrasone is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. Hence in this way, Tobrasone prevents us from bacterial infections.
Tobrasone 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.
Tobrasone is a prescription drug, hence do not take Tobrasone without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Tobrasone is the brand name of tobramycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is used for treating bacterial infections of skin and eye. It is also used to treat hepatic encephalopathy.
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