Tobryl: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tobryl Benefits & Uses

Tobryl is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Tobryl Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Eyelid Inflammation Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eyelid Inflammation Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eyelid Inflammation Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eyelid Inflammation Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Eyelid Inflammation Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 2 months old can take

Tobryl Related Warnings

Is the use of Tobryl safe for pregnant women?

Tobryl should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Tobryl safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Tobryl. If you see any side effects, stop taking Tobryl immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Tobryl again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tobryl on the Kidneys?

Tobryl may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tobryl on the Liver?

Tobryl is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Tobryl on the Heart?

Tobryl is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tobryl with Other Drugs

Tobryl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Acyclovir

Amphotericin B

Moderate

Aprotinin

Beclometasone

Bleomycin

Tobryl Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tobryl unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Parkinson's Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Tobryl

Is this Tobryl habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Tobryl.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Tobryl does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Tobryl only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Tobryl is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Tobryl Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tobryl

You can take Tobryl with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tobryl

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Tobryl with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Tobryl

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Tobryl without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Tobryl is a prescription drug, hence do not take Tobryl without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Tobryl a pain-killer?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Tobryl 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Tobryl?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Tobryl 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Tobryl cause hearing loss or deafness?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Tobryl 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.