Tobradex(Tobramycin and Dexamethasone)
TOBRADEX Rx
Generic Name and Formulations:
Tobramycin 0.3%, dexamethasone 0.1%; oph. susp; contains benzalkonium chloride.
Company:
Alcon Laboratories, Inc.
Select therapeutic use: Ocular allergy/inflammation
Indications for TOBRADEX:
Ocular inflammation associated with infection or risk thereof.
Adults and Children:
<2yrs: not recommended. ≥2yrs: 1–2 drops every 2hrs for 1st 24–48 hrs, then every 4–6 hrs. Reduce dose as condition improves; max 20mL for initial ℞.
Contraindications:
Viral, fungal, or mycobacterial infections of the eye.
Warnings/Precautions:
Corneal or scleral thinning. Glaucoma. Monitor for secondary infections, intraocular pressure and cataracts in prolonged use. Monitor blood levels in combined aminoglycoside therapy. Avoid abrupt cessation. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
See Also:
TOBRADEX OPH OINT
TOBRADEX ST
Pharmacological Class:
Aminoglycoside + steroid.
Adverse Reactions:
Local effects (eg, eye pain, eyelids pruritus, eyelid edema, conjunctival hyperemia or erythema), increased intraocular pressure, glaucoma, cataracts, corneal perforations, optic nerve damage, delayed wound healing, secondary infection.
How Supplied:
Susp—2.5mL, 5mL, 10mL; Oint—3.5g |
