Trutob Information
Trutob is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Trutob have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Trutob depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Trutob as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Trutob are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Trutob has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Trutob has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Trutob related warnings section.
Trutob is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Trutob contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Trutob have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Trutob is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Trutob Benefits & Uses
Trutob is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Trutob 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 |
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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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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Trutob Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Trutob is used -
Moderate
Mild
Trutob Related Warnings
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Is the use of Trutob safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Trutob. If you are pregnant, do not take Trutob without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Trutob safe during breastfeeding?
Trutob may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Trutob, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Trutob.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Trutob on the Kidneys?
Trutob has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Trutob on the Liver?
Trutob is not harmful for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Trutob on the Heart?
Using Trutob does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Trutob with Other Drugs
Trutob should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Trutob Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Trutob unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Parkinson's Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
Frequently asked Questions about Trutob
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Is this Trutob habit forming or addictive?
Trutob does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Trutob since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Trutob should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Trutob cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Trutob Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Trutob
Taking Trutob with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Trutob
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Trutob with alcohol.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Trutob
Question almost 7 years ago
Is Trutob a pain-killer?
Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician
Trutob 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 over 6 years ago
Can Trutob cause yeast infection?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
No, Trutob itself does not cause a yeast infection. There are no reports of yeast infection among patients who used this medicine.
Question about 7 years ago
How does Trutob 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
Trutob 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, Trutob prevents us from bacterial infections.
Question about 7 years ago
What is Trutob?
Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Trutob 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 almost 7 years ago
Can Trutob be used for acne?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
No, Trutob cannot be used to treat acne as it is not effective against acne.
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