What is Toba 0.3 % Eye Drops?
Toba 0.3% eye drops contain Tobramycin, which belongs to a class of medicines known as antibiotics.
Doctors prescribe Toba eye drops to treat bacterial infections of the external part of the eye, such as conjunctivitis and blepharitis.
Tobramycin is also helpful in preventing an infection after eye surgery or injury.
Toba eye drops provide quick relief from symptoms of eye infections such as itching, pain, redness, or soreness.
Toba 0.3% eye drop is a prescription medicine purchased from licensed pharmacies only after a doctor's prescription. It is available under the brand name Tobran 0.3%.
How does Toba 0.3 % Eye Drops work?
Tobramycin is an antibiotic that stops bacterial growth in the eye by preventing the synthesis of vital proteins needed by bacteria to carry out essential functions. As a result, eye infections are treated.
How do you use Toba 0.3 % Eye Drops?
Use Toba 0.3 % Eye Drops as advised by the doctor. This medicine is only for external use.
Hold the dropper close to your eye without touching its top to the eye. Squeeze the dropper and place the medication inside your lower eyelid.
Before using Tobramycin eye drops in the other eye, wait at least 5 minutes. Use this medicine at evenly spaced time intervals as directed by your doctor.
Do not skip any doses and complete the entire course of your treatment even if you start feeling better.
Stopping this medication too early can cause the infection to return or worsen.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Toba eye drops. Make sure to remove them before using the medicine and put them back after 15 minutes.
What are the Side effects of Toba 0.3 % Eye Drops?
Most side effects of Tobramycin eye drops do not require medical attention; they disappear once the body adjusts to the medicine.
Some common side effects of Toba 0.3 % Eye Drops include:
- Burning sensation
- Eye irritation
- Eye redness
- Eye itching
Seek medical help if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
What are the precautions and warnings related to Toba 0.3 % Eye Drops?
- Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Toba 0.3 % Eye Drops after consulting the doctor.
- Do not use Toba eye drops or Tobramycin if you are allergic to it or have other allergies.
- Tobramycin eye drops should only be used to treat eye infections caused by bacteria. Unnecessary use of antibiotics can decrease its effectiveness in the future.
- When used for the first time, Toba eye drops can cause short-term blurring of vision. So, avoid driving immediately after using this medicine.
- Tell the doctor about all other medicines you use before starting treatment with Tobramycin.
