Tobrex Eye Drop is an antibiotic medicine that is used to treat bacterial infections of the eye (e.g., conjunctivitis) and the eyelids (e.g., blepharitis). It may also help to prevent an infection after an eye injury or surgery.

Tobrex Eye Drop stops the growth of bacteria and thereby helps to cure the underlying infection. Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering this medicine. Wait for at least 5 minutes before applying any other eye medication. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
Tobrex Eye Drop will not work for eye infections that are not caused by bacteria (e.g., viral) and therefore, should only be used if prescribed by your doctor. Unnecessary use of any antibiotic can lead to a decrease in its effectiveness in the future.
Common side effects seen with this medicine include temporary eye irritation, burning sensation, itching, and redness after administration. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. It may cause some short-term blurring of vision when first used. Therefore, do not drive immediately after administering this medicine. Contact lenses should not be worn while you are using this medicine or while you have an active eye infection.

Uses of Tobrex Eye Drop

Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Tobrex Eye Drop

In Treatment of Bacterial eye infections

Tobrex Eye Drop is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Tobrex Eye Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Tobrex

Burning sensation
Eye redness
Eye itching
Eye irritation

How to use Tobrex Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

How Tobrex Eye Drop works

Tobrex Eye Drop is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. This treats your eye infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Tobrex Eye Drop is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tobrex Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Tobrex Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Tobrex Eye Drop, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Tobrex Eye Drop to treat bacterial infections of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Tobrex Eye Drop may cause damage to cornea on long-term use.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Tobrex Eye Drop may cause damage to cornea on long-term use.
Make sure to use it within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aminoglycosides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS

Action Class

Aminoglycosides

Patient concerns

Eye discharge from both eyes due to tear ducts block Dr. Given vigamox eye drops for seven days After seven days within two days his both eye have full of yellow discharge and difficult to open eyes Should i continue vigamox eye drops till open of blocked tear ducts? Is it safe antibiotic for one month old baby Please advice Please advise correct treatment

Dr. Amit Basia

Ophthalmology

use tobrex eye drops 4 times per day . sac massage

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

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User feedback

Patients taking Tobrex Eye Drop

Four Times A *

55%

Thrice A Day

19%

Once A Day

15%

Twice A Day

10%

*Four Times A Day

What are you using Tobrex Eye Drop for?

Bacterial inf*

100%

*Bacterial infections

FAQs

What bacteria does Tobrex Eye Drop kill?

Tobrex Eye Drop is effective against a wide range of bacteria. Tobrex Eye Drop must be used only against susceptible bacteria. A whole gamut of bacteria that can be killed by Tobrex Eye Drop includes S. Aureus and S. epidermidis, some species of Streptococci, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter aerogenes, Proteus mirabilis, Morganella morganii, most Proteus vulgaris strains, Haemophilus influenza, and H. aegyptius, Moraxella lacunata, Acinetobacter calcoaceticus, and some Neisseria species. Your doctor will evaluate whether this medicine is suitable for your condition.

How long should you use Tobrex Eye Drop?

The doctor will decide the duration of treatment which will depend on the severity of infection. For instance, if you have mild to moderate eye infection, your doctor will advise 1-2 eye drops, 4 times a day, usually. In severe infections, you may be prescribed 2 drops every hour. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. You should use it exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

How should Tobrex Eye Drop be used?

You should wash your hands before using the eye drops. Avoid touching the dropper tip against your eye or anywhere else. Tilt your head slightly and instill one drop. Close your eyes for 2 or 3 minutes with your head tipped down, avoid blinking or squinting. Gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye for about 1 minute, to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct. If you use more than one drop, wait about 5 minutes between the drops. Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.

What if I don't get better after using Tobrex Eye Drop?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform the doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop using Tobrex Eye Drop when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Tobrex Eye Drop without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

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