Pack size: 1 5ml drop  |  Price is for the whole 5ml drop

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Generic: Dexamethasone 0.1% + Tobramycin 0.3%

Form: Eye Drop 0.1%+0.3%

Indication

Bacterial eye infections, Ocular inflammation, Pink eye

Adult Dose

Ophthalmic Ocular inflammation with suspected or confirmed bacterial infection Adult: As Eye Drops: 1-2 drops instilled into the conjunctival sac(s) 4-6 hrly. Dosage may be increased to every 2 hrly during the initial 24-48 hr, decrease frequency gradually as improvement seen. As Ointment: Apply about ½ inch of ointment into the conjunctival sac(s) up to 3-4 times daily.

Child Dose

Ophthalmic Ocular inflammation with suspected or confirmed bacterial infection <2 years Safety and efficacy not established >2 years As Eye Drops: 1-2 drops instilled into the conjunctival sac(s) 4-6 hrly. Dosage may be increased to every 2 hrly during the initial 24-48 hr, decrease frequency gradually as improvement seen. As Ointment: Apply about ½ inch of ointment into the conjunctival sac(s) up to 3-4 times daily.

Contraindication

Viral infections of corneal and conjunctiva (e.g. epithelial herpes simplex keratitis, vaccinia, varicella). Mycobacterial or fungal infection of the eye.

Mode of Action

Tobramycin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic, has actions similar to that of gentamicin and is active against Staphylococci, Streptococci, 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. Dexamethasone, a synthetic fluorinated corticosteroid, has mainly glucocorticoid activity and suppresses inflammatory response.

Precaution

Pregnancy and lactation. Avoid prolonged use, monitor intraocular pressure routinely. Safety and effectiveness in children <2 yr not established. Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

This medicine is for external use only. Take 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 extra liquid.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a combination of two medicines: Dexamethasone and Tobramycin. Dexamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. Tobramycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

__NAME__ 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.

Safety Advice

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

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. __NAME__ may cause dizziness (vertigo). Changes in your eyesight or muscle weakness may also happen. This may affect your driving ability.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established