VETOB-D 10ml

Tobramycin 0.3% + Dexamethasone 0.1% Eye Drops Use

This medication contains two active ingredients: Tobramycin and dexamethasone which belong to the group of medications called Aminoglycosides. Aminoglycosides are a class of drugs used to treat and prevent eye infections. Tobaramycin inhibits the growth of bacteria by blocking the synthesis of proteins that the bacteria need to carry out essential functions. It is an effective antibiotic used in the treatment and management of various systemic and eye infections. tobramycin, it is also active against aerobic Gram-Negative Bacteria (GGB- Bacteria), including the bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Dexamide is a steroid that inhibits the production of prostaglandins, which are chemical messengers that cause redness, swelling and itching in the affected area. By inhibiting prostaglandin production, dexamide reduces inflammation, which can worsen eye infections. Together this combination is used for several eye infections effectively. 

Directions to Use 

• Before and after use, wash your hands thoroughly with warm water. 
• Turn your head to one side and pull down your lower eyelid to form a small sac. Use the dropper to squeeze the prescribed dose into the sac. Cover your eyes for 2 to 3 minutes and wipe any excess liquid off with a tissue. 
• Do not wipe or rinse your dropper tip. Return the dropper to the bottle and close the cap. 
• If you forget to take a dose, take it immediately and right away. But if it’s almost time to take the next dose, don’t forget to take it. Go back to your usual dose. Don’t take more than one or prescribed dose at a time.
• It is best to rest for about 5 to 10 minutes, it can help in the proper absorption of the medication. 
• Take this medication at same time every day for the best results. 
• Shake the bottle well before every use, it will make sure the ingredients are mixed properly.  

Side Effects

Some of the temporary and harmless effects can occur while having the treatment with Tobramycin 0.3% + Dexamethasone 0.1% Eye Drops. These temporary effects disappear over the time and adaptation of the body. 

• Blurred vision 
• Eye redness
• Eye discomfort
• Eyelid itching
• Swelling near the eye. 

Always remember that Tobramycin 0.3% + Dexamethasone 0.1% Eye Drops is prescribed when it’s benefits are greater than the risks. Your medical healthcare professional will properly measure and examin your condition and prescribed the medication accordingly. Mostly people using this medication do not notice any serious side effect, how every if any serious side effect occur tell your medical healthcare professional rightaway. Serious side effects are such as – 

• Fungal eye infection
• Glucoma 
• Cataracts
• Swelling for long term especially on the face, throat, or tongue
• Change in vision
• Pain in eyes 
• Rashes
• Itching 
• Extreme dizziness

Precautions

• Tell your doctor or physician about any allergic reaction if you are currently suffering from or if you ever had suffered in the past. This medication requires proper examination and measurements.
• Before start using this medication tell your doctor or physician about any eye problem if you are suffering from. For example Glucoma, eye infection, etc. 
• Using oanother medication with this combination can decrease its effectiveness. 
• After the application of Tobramycin 0.3% + Dexamethasone 0.1% Eye Drops you vision may become temporarily unstable or blur, So it is best to take rest for about 4 to 5 minutes before your vision gets clear. 
• Do not drive heavy vehicles or matchiniries if you are not familiar with the effects of Tobramycin 0.3% + Dexamethasone 0.1% Eye Drops or until you can handle it safely.