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Toby is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Toby have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Toby depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Toby side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Toby normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Toby is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Toby related warnings talks about Toby's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Toby since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Toby contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Toby with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Toby is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Toby 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Toby is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Toby safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Toby. If you are pregnant, do not take Toby without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Toby safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Toby. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Toby on the Kidneys?
Toby rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Toby on the Liver?
Toby does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Toby on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Toby for the heart.
Toby 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 Toby unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Toby habit forming or addictive?
Toby does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Toby since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Toby is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Toby is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Toby
It is safe to take Toby with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Toby
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Toby with alcohol will be.
Toby 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.
Toby 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, Toby prevents us from bacterial infections.
Toby 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.
Take Toby as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, Toby 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tobramycin
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