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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml is an antibiotic used to treat eye and ear infections caused by bacteria. It helps by inhibiting the protein synthesis of the bacterial cell and thereby helps fight infection. This medicine is not effective for treating viral infections. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as eye discomfort, irritation, ringing sound, eye/ear pain, and stinging sensation
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Composition :

TOBRAMYCIN-0.3%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Warren Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

EYE/EAR

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml

Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when pathogenic bacteria enter any eye portion, including the eyeball, conjunctiva, and cornea. An ear infection occurs when bacteria invade the middle or outer ear, causing pain and inflammation.

Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus, Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye/ear infections.

Use the Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as discomfort, irritation, and stinging sensation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.s

Do not use Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to any of its components or other aminoglycoside antibiotics (neomycin, paromomycin, kanamycin). Talk to your doctor if your condition did not improve even after using Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml for a week or if it worsens. Do not use the Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Please do not touch the tip of the dropper to the eye/ear or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate the contents. Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.

Uses of Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml

Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml is used in the treatment of bacterial eye/ear infections. The detailed uses of Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml are as follows:<br/>• Eye infections: Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye infections such as conjunctivitis (pink eye), by killing the bacteria, reducing inflammation, and relieving symptoms like redness, itching, and discharge in the eye.<br/>• Ear infections: Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml treats ear infections caused by bacteria, by killing the bacteria, reducing swelling, and relieving symptoms like discomfort, itching, and discharge in the ear.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor’s instructions for how often to use the drops. Typically, they are used several times a day, depending on the severity of the condition.• For Eye Drops: Wash your hands, tilt your head back, pull down your lower eyelid, and place the prescribed number of drops into the eye. Then, gently close your eyes and press the corner near your nose to prevent the medication from draining out.• For Ear Drops: Lie on your side or tilt your head so the ear faces up, pull the ear upward and outward (for adults) or downward (for children), and place the prescribed number of drops into the ear.• Keep head tilted for a few minutes to allow the medication to reach the affected area.• Do not touch the tip of the dropper to your eye, ear, or any surface to avoid contamination.• If using more than one type of eye or ear medication, wait at least 5 minutes between each application.• After applying the drops, wash your hands thoroughly.

Medicinal Benefits

Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic that kills the infection-causing bacteria. Thereby it effectively treats various bacterial eye/ear infections.

How Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml Works

Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, which works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. Thus, Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml treats bacterial eye/ear infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml
Managing Medication-Related Skin Allergies: A Step-by-Step Guide
  • If you experience signs of skin allergies such as redness, itching, or irritation after taking medication, contact your doctor right away.
  • To alleviate skin allergy symptoms, your doctor may change your medication regimen or offer tailored medication management advice.
  • Your doctor may recommend or prescribe drugs to relieve discomfort.
  • Cool compresses or calamine lotion can help relieve redness and itching on the afflicted skin area.
  • Staying hydrated by consuming plenty of water can help relieve discomfort.
  • Monitor your skin condition closely and promptly report any changes, worsening symptoms, or concerns to your healthcare provider.

What if I have taken an overdose of Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml

Use Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml as prescribed by the doctor. Overdose symptoms include increased lacrimation, oedema and lid itching. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to any of the components present in Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml. Before using Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, inform your doctor if you have vision problems, severe eye pain, glaucoma (high blood pressure), eye injury, eye or ear surgery, hearing problems (cytotoxicity), or a perforated eardrum and chronic otitis media. Notify the doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor if the infection symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment. Before taking the Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, notify your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are now taking to rule out any potential adverse effects or interactions.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of cidofovir with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can cause kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml with Cidofovir is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Using pancuronium with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pancuronium and Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Using Vecuronium with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml with Vecuronium can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Taking deferasirox with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml with Deferasirox together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Combining Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml with Foscarnet can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml and foscarnet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, swelling, sudden weight gain or weight loss, severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, seizures, pounding heart beats, dizziness or chest pain contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml with Tenofovir disoproxil can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tenofovir disoproxil with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Takin human immunoglobulin with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml may raise the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Human immunoglobulin and Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heart rhythm, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Taking Furosemide with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of hearing loss and kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml and Furosemide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml with Colistin can increase the blood levels and risk of Colistin side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Colistin and Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience, shortness of breath, muscle pain, dizziness, or palpitations, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml:
Taking tacrolimus with Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml may increase risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking tacrolimus and Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Eye infections:

  • Get at least six to eight hours of sleep each night to renew your eyes.
  • It would help to wash your eyes with clean water at least twice or thrice daily. If you have had eye surgery, wait at least two weeks before washing your eyes.
  • Take care of your health, eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly, and rest well.
  • Regularly wash your hands. Keep unclean hands away from your eyes.
  • Do not rub your eyes.
  • Eyeliner, mascara, and kohl should not be shared.
  • Wipe your eyes and face with clean towels or tissues at all times.
  • Suppose you wear contact lenses; clean and replace them more frequently. Never share your contact lenses. Always wash your hands before and after inserting and removing contact lenses.
  • Avoid gazing at digital screens for extended periods.
  • Blink frequently to aid in the spread of hydrating substances like mucus and tears across the eyes.

 

Ear infections:

  • Immunity aids in the prevention of infection. To strengthen your immune system, include fruits and vegetables, high-quality proteins, and whole wheat grains in your diet.
  • Avoid consuming foods you are allergic to, as they can cause the body to produce excessive mucus, resulting in inflammation.
  • Avoid getting shampoo, soap, and water in the ear because they can cause itching.
  • Poking or scratching the ear can cause damage to the ear canal, resulting in inflammation.
  • Quit or limit the intake of caffeine and alcohol.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS
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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol affects Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml. However, it is advisable to limit or avoid alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor as there is no substantial research yet on the use of Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml may cause blurred vision temporarily after using the drops in the eye. Before driving or operating any machinery, wait until your vision is clear.

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Liver

Caution

Limited information about the usage of Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml in patients with liver disease is available. Please consult your physician. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information about the usage of Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml in patients with kidney disease is available. Please consult your physician. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml.

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Children

Caution

Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor.

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FAQs

Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used to treat bacterial eye and ear infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when pathogenic bacteria enter any eye portion, including the eyeball, conjunctiva, and cornea.

Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml contains tobramycin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic that kills the infection-causing bacteria. Thereby it effectively treats various bacterial eye/ear infections.

Please do not discontinue or stop using Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml until the course advised by the doctor has been completed. If you stop taking Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml too soon, your symptoms may recur.

It would help if you didn&#039;t use the Tobaren Eye/Ear Drops 5 ml for more than the prescribed duration. Please reach out to the doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if it becomes worse.

Wearing contact lenses during treatment is not recommended unless advised by the doctor. Remove contact lenses before instilling the drops into the eye and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

78-B, GOVT. INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, KANDIWALI, WEST MUMBAI MH 400067 IN
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