Tobradex
Tobramycin + Dexamethasone
Ingredients & Drug Type
Tobradex is listed as Ophthalmic containing Tobramycin + Dexamethasone. A medicine used according to its active ingredient, dosage form, and the patient’s condition.
- Active ingredient
- Tobramycin + Dexamethasone
- Therapeutic class
- Ophthalmic
- Dosage form
- Drops
- Strength
- 0.3% + 0.1%
Dosing
- Frequency
- 4–6 مرات يومياً
- Route
- ophthalmic
- Common catalog dose: 1–2 قطرة.
- Frequency: 4–6 مرات يومياً.
- Route: ophthalmic.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
Medical Overview
Tobradex is listed as Ophthalmic containing Tobramycin + Dexamethasone. A medicine used according to its active ingredient, dosage form, and the patient’s condition.
Tobradex (tobramycin/dexamethasone) — the post-op antibiotic-steroid drop (cataract/LASIK tapers) and short-course inflamed-infection treatment. The steroid edge cuts both ways: superb inflammation control, but IOP rises in steroid responders (~5%), herpetic/fungal keratitis is absolutely contraindicated fuel, and self-extended courses gamble with pressure and cataract. Prescription + follow-up, never a pharmacy-shelf red-eye drop.
Uses / Indications
- Conjunctivitis accompanied by inflammation
- Used for indications selected by a clinician or pharmacist based on diagnosis and the official leaflet.
Side Effects
- الموضعي العابر: حرقة ثوانٍ وتغيم دقائق. الكورتيزوني المُراقَب: **ارتفاع ضغط العين** (لدى ~5% مستجيبين ستيرويدياً — يقاس بالمتابعة للكورسات فوق أسبوع–أسبوعين)
- تأخر التئام سطحي
- وبالمدد الطويلة المتكررة: ساد وقابلية عدوى انتهازية.
- Side effects vary by active ingredient, dose, and patient factors.
Contraindications
- **التهابات القرنية الفيروسية الهربسية والفطرية والدرنية: ممنوع قطعاً** (الكورتيزون وقودها — أخطر أخطاء العين الشائعة)
- وبعد إزالة جسم قرني بسيط دون وصفة صريحة. حساسية مكوناته.
- Previous allergy to the active ingredient or any component.
Warnings
- Do not use without consultation if corneal ulcer or herpes is suspected
- Do not start, stop, or change dose without medical advice, especially during pregnancy or chronic disease.
Drug Interactions
- لا جهازية تُذكر. فاصل 5–10 دقائق عن أي قطرة أخرى. رجّ القنينة قبل الاستخدام (معلّق).
- Tell your clinician or pharmacist about all medicines, supplements, and herbs you use.
Patient Guidance
- Read the patient leaflet.
- Use only as prescribed.
- Ask a pharmacist if anything about use is unclear.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store tightly closed and avoid touching the dropper tip; discard after the period stated on the package once opened.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Tobradex?
Tobradex contains Tobramycin + Dexamethasone and is categorized as Ophthalmic. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Tobradex?
Catalog dosing information includes: 1–2 قطرة. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Tobradex?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Tobradex be stored?
Store tightly closed and avoid touching the dropper tip; discard after the period stated on the package once opened.