Tobramycin and dexamethasone ophthalmic suspension for scratched eye

Tobramycin and dexamethasone ophthalmic suspension for scratched eye


Tobramycin and dexamethasone ophthalmic suspension for scratched eye

Tobramycin / Dexamethasone Eye Drops Rx

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  • Usually ships the same weekday before 3pm CT with veterinary approval.

  • Requires veterinary authorization.

  • Your pet's veterinarian will provide directions for use.

What is Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone 0.3%/ 0.1% Ophthalmic Suspension for Dogs and Cats?

  • Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Ophthalmic Suspension is a prescription antibiotic eye drop used in many animals to treat bacterial infections in the eye, eyelids, or conjunctiva.
  • Tobramycin is an antibiotic that kills the bacteria causing the infection.
  • Dexamethasone is a steroid that helps reduce pain and inflammation.
  • The suspension has 0.3% Tobramycin, and 0.1% Dexamethasone.

Why do cats and dogs use Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Eye Drops?

  • Your veterinarian may prescribe Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Ophthalmic Suspension if your cat or dog has a bacterial infection of the eye.
  • Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Ophthalmic Suspension may be prescribed to bacterial conjunctivitis, also known as Pink Eye.
  • Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone may also be prescribed to treat bacterial infections that have not responded to other antibiotics.
  • Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone will not treat viral infections.
  • Dexamethasone may cause fungal infections to worsen and should not be given to pets with a fungal infection.

What else should I know about Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Eye Drops?

  • There are approximately 15 drops per milliliter in the suspension.
  • Store Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Eye Drops at room temperature or in the refrigerator, away from moisture and sunlight.

What problems could my dog or cat have with Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Eye Drops?

  • Do not use the Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Eye Drops if they change color.
  • Dexamethasone should not be used in patients with eye ulcers.
  • Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Eye Drops may cause mild burning, stinging, irritation, or redness of the eye.

How do you use Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Eye Drops?

  • Shake the bottle well before use.
  • Use proper administration techniques to avoid contamination of the bottle. Keep the cap on when not in use.
  • Wait 5 minutes after giving the Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone in the eye before administering any other eye medication.

What is in Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Eye Drops?

  • Tobramycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that kills bacteria by stopping the production of proteins in the bacteria.
  • Dexamethasone is a steroid that helps reduce pain and inflammation caused by the infection.

Will I get what I see in the picture?

  • Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Eye Drops are sold as an FDA approved generic drug. Brand may vary from order to order and variation to variation. We are unable to guarantee which brand will be available at the time of order shipment.

Is it important for my dog or cat to finish all of the Tobramycin/ Dexamethasone Eye Drops?

  • Tobramycin is an antibiotic. Resistance is a major concern when using antibiotics. To help avoid resistance, it is important for you to use this for as long as your veterinarian has prescribed, even if you dog or cat is looking and feeling better.

A 40-year-old member asked:

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Tobramycin and dexamethasone ophthalmic suspension for scratched eye

Ophthalmology 21 years experience

Eye scratch: I recommend seeing either an ophthalmologist (a medical doctor specializing in medical and surgical treatment of eye diseases) or an optometrist (an eye doctor) regarding your scratch. Tobradex (tobramycin and dexamethasone) is an antibiotic/steroid combination -- a professional should evaluate your "scratch" prior to prescribing the correct medication. Improper use of antibiotics and/or steriods could worsen symptoms.

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A 37-year-old member asked:

There's something is in my eye or it's scratched; can I use the tobradex (tobramycin and dexamethasone) I got last year?

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Tobramycin and dexamethasone ophthalmic suspension for scratched eye

Ophthalmology 22 years experience

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A 40-year-old member asked:

What to do if i put 5 eye drops of tobradex (tobramycin and dexamethasone) in my left eye?

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Tobramycin and dexamethasone ophthalmic suspension for scratched eye

Ophthalmology 60 years experience

Should be OK: No harm should occur if more than one drop is put in the eye one time. Repeated oversue of the drops can raise the eye pressure so limit it to one drop at a time.

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A 42-year-old member asked:

What to do if i unintentionally put 5 eye drops of tobradex (tobramycin and dexamethasone) in my left eye?

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Tobramycin and dexamethasone ophthalmic suspension for scratched eye

Ophthalmology 22 years experience

Check: Your pressure can go up with steroids. I would see your ophthalmologist.

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Can you use Tobradex for corneal abrasion?

Dexamethasone is a type of cortisone and belongs to the group of medicines called corticosteroids. Tobradex Eye Drops are used to treat inflammation, corneal injury and bacterial infections in the external part of the eye.

What is tobramycin and dexamethasone ophthalmic suspension used to treat?

This medication is used to treat or prevent eye infections. This medication contains two drugs. Tobramycin belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

How many days should I use tobramycin and dexamethasone ophthalmic suspension?

One drop instilled into the conjunctival sac(s) every 4 to 6 hours while the patient is awake. During the initial 24 to 48 hours, the dosage may be increased to one drop every two hours while the patient is awake. Dosing should continue for 14 days not to exceed a maximum of 24 days.

How long does it take for tobramycin and dexamethasone to work?

Most bacterial infections will show some improvement using TobraDex for 2 to 3 days. If the infection shows no improvement within 2 to 3 days, consider culturing or changing to another medication.