Tobrexa Eye Drops. Tobrexa Eye Ointment 3.0 mg/ml. 3 mg/g Eye drops. solution
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 05 December 2021
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Topical antibiotic for external bacterial infections of the eye.
Dosage (summary)
Eye drops: 1-2 drops every 4 hours for mild infections; 2 drops every hour for severe infections. Eye ointment: 10 mm ribbon 2-3 times daily for mild; every 3-4 hours for severe.
Special Populations
- Patients with neuromuscular disorders
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Use in pregnancy only if benefits outweigh risks; caution in breastfeeding due to potential adverse reactions in infants.
Key Drug Interactions
- Caution with systemic aminoglycosides
- Avoid with neuromuscular blockers
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to tobramycin or excipients
Common side effects
- Ocular discomfort
- Ocular hyperaemia
- Headache
Counselling Points
- Avoid contact with soft contact lenses
- Monitor for hypersensitivity reactions
- Temporary blurred vision may occur
Serious warnings
- Potential for neurotoxicity, ototoxicity, nephrotoxicity
- Caution in prolonged use
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