Tobramycin & Flurometholone Ophthalmic Suspension

Tobramycin & Flurometholone Ophthalmic Suspension

Tobramycin+fluorometholone falls under ophthalmic eye drugs that are mainly prescribed to treat bacterial infections of the eyes and alleviate swelling, itching, and redness. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is one such bacterial infection of the eyes that is linked with inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white of the eye) and the inner eyelid.

Tobramycin+fluorometholone consists of a combination of two medications, i.e., Tobramycin (antibiotic) and Fluorometholone (corticosteroid). Tobramycin is a category of antibiotics that inhibit the synthesis of vital proteins that are essential for the growth, reproduction, and proliferation of bacteria. Thus, kills bacteria. Fluorometholone is a category of steroids that inhibit the release of certain chemical messengers from the body that lead to redness, itching, and swelling. Thus, decreases redness and swelling resulting from bacterial infection.

Benefits:

• Tobramycin is an antibiotic that blocks the synthesis of vital proteins required for bacteria to grow, reproduce, and multiply in numbers.
• Fluorometholone is a corticosteroid that blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the body, which cause swelling, redness, and itching.
• It lessens the swelling and redness resulting from bacterial infections.
• The drug provides localized treatment with the least systemic side effects.

Uses:

Tobramycin + Fluorometholone is applied in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eyes. Tobramycin is an antibiotic. It inhibits bacterial growth by inhibiting the synthesis of proteins necessary for bacteria to perform important functions. Fluorometholone is a steroid that inhibits the formation of some chemical messengers that cause the affected area to become red, inflamed, and itchy.

Directions to Use:

• Take the medication as directed by your physician regarding dosage and timing.
• Lie down and tilt your head back.
• Gently pull down your lower eyelid using your index finger and create a pocket.
• Instill the drops recommended by the doctor into the lower eyelid pocket.
• Close your eyes for 1 to 2 minutes.
• Avoid touching the dropper tip or other dispensing tip with any surface, as this can contaminate the solution.

Storage:

Keep this solution in a dry, cool place. Do not store this solution within the reach of children and pets. Do not store this in direct sunlight.

Dosage:

Use this suspension in a precise dose as prescribed by your healthcare professional. Instill the recommended drops of this suspension in your eyes as advised by your healthcare professional.

Side Effects:

• Eye irritation
• Eye redness
• Itchy or swollen eyelids
• Mild burning or stinging sensation in the eye
• Eye discomfort

Precautions:

• Do not miss doses and complete the entire treatment duration even if symptoms improve.
• Press the corner of the eye (near the nose) for around 1 minute right after putting in the drop.
• Wait for a minimum of 5-10 minutes before administering the next dose in the same eye so as not to dilute.
• Stinging may be experienced for 1-2 minutes. Inform your doctor if it lasts longer.
• If you use soft contact lenses, remove them before inserting these eye drops and wait a minimum of 15 minutes before replacing your lenses.
• Dispose of within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q. Can I discontinue using Tobramycin + Fluorometholone when my symptoms subside?

No, do not discontinue Tobramycin + Fluorometholone and complete the entire treatment. Your symptoms could get better, and you might begin to feel well before the infection clears completely. Complete the course of medicine for the prescribed duration as directed by your doctor.

Q. Can blurry vision be caused due to the usage of Tobramycin + Fluorometholone?

Tobramycin + Fluorometholone may cause your eyes to become blurry for a brief amount of time. Do not operate machinery or drive immediately after using Tobramycin + Fluorometholone.