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Description
Tobastar 0.3 % Drops is an antibiotic that is used to treat eye infections such as conjunctivitis caused by susceptible bacterial species.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Tobastar 0.3 % Drops
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Tobastar 0.3 % Drops
Itching eyes
Eye redness
Eye discomfort
Vision disturbances
Discharge from eyes
Uses of Tobastar 0.3 % Drops
What is it prescribed for?
Bacterial Conjunctivitis
This medicine is used in the treatment of conjunctivitis, which is an inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Staphylococcus epidermis, etc.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to tobramycin, any other aminoglycosides, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Drug-resistance
Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of developing bacteria that is drug-resistant.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 2 months of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Contact lens
Usage of contact lenses is not recommended in patients suffering from an eye infection.
Driving or operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision in some patients. If you experience blurred vision during treatment with this medicine, it is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
Contamination
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface since this may lead to contamination by bacteria. Patients are advised to take all hygienic precautions to ensure that the medicine is not contaminated.
Missed Dose
Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not administer a double dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Use this medicine exactly as prescribed. Do not administer in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine kills the bacteria by blocking the production of certain proteins that are required for their growth.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Aminoglycosides, Ophthalmic anti-infectives
Schedule
Schedule H
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Related Questions
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Answer from Dr. Yamini Singhal
Don't worry. Tobramycin eye drop is considered safe in pregnancy. Systmic absorp...more
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It is better to consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.
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Answer from Dr. Ajay K Tiwari
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You need to consult eyes specialist.
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My 5 months baby's eyes become red and he is continuously rubbing it but there is no discharge . can...more
Answer from Dr. Trupti Shetty
This is quite common in summers. If the redness doesn't go down with the drops p...more
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I am attaching picture of my right eye. Saw some redness, i am traveling to shimla so went to the lo...more
Answer from Dr. Azher Lodhi
It's self resolving condition in week ..no need of tobramycin.check for BP
Information on this page was last updated on 17 Jan 2020
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