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Tocin Benefits & Uses

Tocin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Tocin 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

Tocin Related Warnings

Is the use of Tocin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tocin. If you are pregnant, do not take Tocin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Tocin safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Tocin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tocin on the Kidneys?

Tocin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tocin on the Liver?

Tocin does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Tocin on the Heart?

Tocin is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tocin with Other Drugs

Tocin 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

Tocin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Parkinson's Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Tocin

Is this Tocin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Tocin.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Tocin only as per medical advice.

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

No, Tocin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Tocin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tocin

Taking Tocin with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tocin

Information about the interaction of Tocin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Tocin

Question about 5 years ago

Is Tocin safe to use?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tocin is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as decreased urination, itching, irritation, and hearing loss. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Tocin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Tocin 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Tocin work?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Tocin 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, Tocin prevents us from bacterial infections.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Tocin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Tocin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Tocin cause dermatitis?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tocin has been reported to cause dermatitis. If you are experiencing dermatitis after taking or using this drug, then consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.