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Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP 0.3% 5 ml product detail number 1.0

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Treats eye infections in cats, dogs, and horses

Effective against a wide array of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria

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Treats eye infections in cats, dogs, and horses

Effective against a wide array of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria

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1. Can You Use Tobramycin to Treat Pink Eye?

Answer

Pink eye is most commonly caused by bacterial and viral infections. Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution treats bacterial infections specifically in your dog's eyes. Tobramycin ophthalmic solution 0.3% can also be used on humans, as it has been FDA-approved for human use. Please note that pink eye can be caused by both bacterial and viral infections. Your first course of action would be to find out whether your dog's pink eye is caused by a bacteria or virus. In case it is a bacterial infection, your vet will have to run further tests about the specific type of infection as this medicine treats a small array of bacteria effectively. If your dog's pink eye has been caused by a viral infection, they will need to be treated with antivirals instead of antibacterials.

2. Can You Use Too Much Tobramycin Eye Drops?

Answer

Yes, this is potent anti-bacterial medicine, and your dog's eyes are an extra sensitive area. If you use too much, you can harm the balance of chemicals in the eyes and irritate it, whether you use this on dogs, cats, or humans. Please stick to veterinary advice about the dosage to ensure a safe recovery for your pets. Note that this is a prescription medication. You should only give prescription medicine to animals it has been prescribed to. If your dog gets pink eye and your horses pick it up, your vet has to see both before it is safe for you to give them both this medicine.

3. Are Antibiotic Eye Drops Safe?

Answer

Yes, antibiotic eye drops are so safe to use on your dogs and cats that they are even used routinely in humans. Even if you get pink eye, you will likely be prescribed the same eye drops for eye infections that they will.

4. Can I Get Antibiotic Eye Drops Over the Counter?

Answer

Antibiotics can cause harmful side effects when used without medical supervision. Tobramycin can cause liver dysfunction, eye irritation, itching, and even swelling. Your pet may suffer from hypersensitivity as well as localized ocular toxicity. You should contact your veterinarian the moment you see any side effects as they can indicate varying levels of severity in different patients. There are some antibiotics that are available over the counter. However, if they don't work against the type of infection your pet has, you would end up making them resistant or more powerful. This makes later treatment by your vet difficult, prolonged, and more expensive. It puts your pet's health at risk too. Always consult a medical professional before using any form of antibiotic.

5. How Quickly Does Tobramycin Work?

Answer

Tobramycin usually takes a few days to start working. The length of time needed to treat your pet's infection depends on several factors like the severity of your pet's illness, their overall health, the type of infection, and much more. Only your vet, who is well-acquainted with all these factors, can give you specific information about your pet. Most infections clear up in 5 days. If the condition is very mild, it can clear up in three days, while if it is more severe, it can take up to two weeks or more.

6. Is Tobramycin a Steroid?

Answer

No, the active ingredient in this medicine is an antibacterial placed in a sterile topical solution that is used to treat a variety of topical ophthalmic infections. However, this medicine is often combined with dexamethasone, which is a steroid. While this product doesn't contain a steroid, others might. Please read the label before dosing your pet.

7. What Bacteria Does Tobramycin Treat?

Answer

This medication can be used by your veterinarian to treat gram-positive staphylococcus aureus and a variety of gram-negative bacteria. It is also used to treat pseudomonas aeruginosa in human cystic fibrosis patients.

8. Do You Need a Prescription for Tobramycin?

Answer

Yes, these medications are prescription antibiotics. A prescription antibiotic legally require a prescription before purchase, as it can cause harm in unsupervised settings. Please contact your veterinarian and get a valid, updated prescription before you go to the pharmacy to make your purchase.

9. Does Tobramycin Need to Be Refrigerated?

Answer

You should only put this drug in the fridge if your vet has advised you to do so. It does not need to be put in the refrigerator. However, your vet may recommend it to make the eye drops a soothing experience for your dog. Infections can raise the temperature of local areas temporarily. In these cases, a cooled solution may help your pet. Otherwise, you should keep it in any dark place away from extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.

10. How Long Do You Use Tobramycin Eye Drops for Dogs?

Answer

Typically, the drops are administered for 7-10 days, although in some cases, the treatment may need to be extended for longer.

11. What Are the Side Effects of Tobramycin Eye Drops?

Answer

Common side effects may include temporary eye irritation, redness, or discomfort after administration. In some cases, dogs may also experience an allergic reaction to the medication, resulting in symptoms such as itching, swelling, or difficulty breathing. Rarely, tobramycin eye drops might result in more severe adverse effects such as corneal perforations or ulcers.

12. Can I Use Human Eye Drops for Dog Eye Infections?

Answer

No, you should not treat dog eye infections using human eye drops without first seeking advice from a veterinarian. Even while the active components in certain human eye drops and those used in veterinary medicine may be similar, there may be differences in the quantities and formulations. Some human eye drops may even contain toxic substances to dogs. Furthermore, the therapy for an eye infection in dogs and people may differ depending on its underlying cause.

13. Can I Put Antibiotic Drops in My Dog’s Eye?

Answer

Yes, it is possible to put antibiotic drops in your dog's eye if a veterinarian has prescribed them for the treatment of an eye infection or other condition.

14. How Is Tobramycin Drop Administered?

Answer

The recommended dosage is typically 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 4-8 hours, depending on the severity of the infection. If the infection is severe, your veterinarian may recommend administering 2 drops every hour until there is an evident improvement and then reducing the frequency to 2 drops every 3-4 hours. It is essential to follow your veterinarian's instructions for dosing and administering the medication and to complete the full course of treatment, which should last at least 5-7 days or as your veterinarian recommends.

15. What Type of Infection Does Tobramycin Treat?

Answer

Tobramycin is an antibiotic medication commonly used to treat bacterial infections, including eye infections such as conjunctivitis, blepharitis, and other infections.

16. How Long Does It Take for Tobramycin to Work in Cats?

Answer

Your cat may begin to feel better within 1 to 2 days of starting treatment with tobramycin eye drops, as the medication can work quickly to inhibit the growth and spread of bacteria that cause the infection. Even if the symptoms improve before the medicine is finished, it is critical to complete the entire course of treatment as suggested by your veterinarian.

17. Can You Use Salt Water as Eye Drops for Your Dog?

Answer

Saline solution, or simply salt water, is occasionally used to rinse or flush the eyes in dogs, but it is generally not advised to use it as eye drops without first speaking to a veterinarian. While the saline solution can be useful for clearing out debris or irritations from the eyes and fostering healing, it might not successfully address underlying infections or other disorders.

18. What Precautions Should Be Taken When Using Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution in Dogs?

Answer

When using tobramycin ophthalmic solution in dogs, it is important to follow the veterinarian's instructions for dosage, administration, and duration of treatment. To avoid contamination, avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface. For the infection to be completely cured, following the veterinarian's recommended course of therapy is crucial. Further, tobramycin ophthalmic solution in pregnant or nursing dogs should be avoided unless specifically directed by a veterinarian.

19. What Happens if My Dog Misses a Dose of Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution?

Answer

It is normally okay to give your dog the missing dosage of tobramycin ophthalmic solution as soon as you recall unless it is almost time for the following dose.

20. What Happens if I Give My Dog Too Much Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution?

Answer

Tobramycin belongs to a class of antibiotics called aminoglycosides, which have the potential to cause ototoxicity (hearing loss) and vestibulotoxicity (loss of balance) in animals. High doses of tobramycin can also lead to muscle paralysis.

21. Can Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution Be Used for Corneal Ulcers in Dogs?

Answer

Yes, tobramycin ophthalmic solution is commonly used to treat dog corneal ulcers. Corneal ulcers are eye injuries or infections that can cause pain, redness, and discharge from the eye. Tobramycin ophthalmic solution is an antibiotic that can help to eliminate bacteria that may be contributing to the ulcer while also reducing inflammation and promoting healing of the damaged tissue.

What is Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3%?

Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% is a sterile, topical antibiotic solution for the treatment of external ophthalmic infections in cats, dogs, and horses. The active ingredient, Tobramycin, is a water-soluble aminoglycoside antibiotic that is effective against a wide array of gram-negative and gram-positive ophthalmic pathogens. Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% requires a prescription from your veterinarian.

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Cats, Dogs, and Horses

Benefits

Treats eye infections in cats, dogs, and horses
Effective against a wide array of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria

How does Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% work?

Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% is effective against susceptible microorganisms, including: Staphylococci, such as S. aureus and S. epidermidis (coagulase-positive and coagulase-negative), as well as penicillin-resistant strains; Streptococci including some of the Group A-beta-hemolytic species, some nonhemolytic species, and some Streptococcus pneumoniae; Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter aerogenes, Proteus mirabilis, Morganella morganii, most Proteus vulgaris strains, Haemophilus influenzae and H. aegyptius, Moraxella lacunata, Acinetobacter calcoaceticus and some Neisseria species. Bacterial susceptibility studies demonstrate that in some cases, microorganisms resistant to gentamicin retain susceptibility to Tobramycin.

Cautions:

Safe use in pregnant pets or pets intended for breeding has not been proven. If your pet's condition worsens or does not improve, stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% is for topical ophthalmic use only. It is not for injection into the eye. Sensitivity to topically applied aminoglycosides may occur in some pets. If your pet has a reaction to Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3%, discontinue use and consult your veterinarian.

Brand Name:

Tobrex

Generic Name:

Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3%

What is the most important thing I should know about Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3%?

Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% is a topical prescription antibiotic medication used to treat a wide variety of ophthalmic bacterial infections, including S. aureus and S. epidermidis. It is indicated in the treatment of external infections of the eye and its adnexa caused by susceptible bacteria. Appropriate monitoring of bacterial response to topical antibiotic therapy should accompany the use of Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3%.

What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% to my pet?

Tell your veterinarian if your pet is known to have hypersensitivity to any ingredients in Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3%. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant, lactating or used for breeding purposes.

How should Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% be applied?

The usual dosage is 1-2 drops to each affected eye every 12 hours, or as prescribed by your veterinarian.

What are the potential side effects of Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3%?

Possible side effects of Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% include itching and swelling of the eyelid, as well as redness of the conjunctiva.

What happens if I miss giving a dose of Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3%?

Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and give the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not give a double dose unless otherwise directed by your veterinarian.

What happens if I overdose my pet on Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3%?

An overdose of Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% may result in punctate keratitis (an eye disorder caused by the death of small groups of cells on the surface of the cornea), conjunctival erythema (redness), increased lacrimation (excessive tears), edema (swelling), and eyelid itching.

What should I avoid while giving Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% to my pet?

Do not use Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% on pets with known hypersensitivity to any of its components. Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% is for topical ophthalmic use only. Not for injection into the eye. As with other antibiotic preparations, prolonged use may result in an overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms, including fungi. If superinfection occurs, appropriate therapy should be initiated. Cross-sensitivity to other aminoglycoside antibiotics may occur. If hypersensitivity develops with this product, discontinue use and institute appropriate therapy. Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including the surface of the eye, as this may contaminate the solution.

What other drugs will affect Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3%?

If Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3% is administered concomitantly with systemic aminoglycoside antibiotics, care should be taken to monitor the total serum concentration. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is currently being given any other medications or supplements.