Tobramycin
Also sold as: Tobrex
Prescription neededEye and ear medicines
Comes as:Eye dropsEye ointment
Usual adult dose
Eye infection: 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye every 4 hours (more often in severe infection if the doctor says so), usually for 7 days. Eye ointment: two or three times a day.
Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.
Side effects
Common
- stinging
- itching
- redness of the eye
Serious — get help
Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:
- swelling of the eyelids with rash (allergy)
- eye infection that gets worse
Do not take it, or take care, if
- Allergy to aminoglycoside antibiotics (such as gentamicin)
- Do not wear contact lenses during treatment
Interactions
No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.