tobramycin
Drug Details
- Generic Name
- tobramycin
- Brand Names
- TOBREX, tobramycin, BETHKIS
- Application Number
- NDA050555
- Sponsor
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
- NDC Codes
- 3
- Dosage Forms
- OINTMENT, INJECTION, POWDER, FOR SOLUTION, SOLUTION
- Routes
- OPHTHALMIC, INTRAVENOUS, RESPIRATORY (INHALATION)
- Active Ingredients
- TOBRAMYCIN
Indications and Usage
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Tobramycin ophthalmic solution is a topical antibiotic indicated in the treatment of external infections of the eye and its adnexa caused by susceptible bacteria. Appropriate monitoring of bacterial response to topical antibiotic therapy should accompany the use of Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution. Clinical studies have shown tobramycin to be safe and effective for use in children.
Warnings
WARNINGS FOR TOPICAL OPHTHALMIC USE ONLY. NOT FOR INJECTION INTO THE EYE. Sensitivity to topically applied aminoglycosides may occur in some patients. If a sensitivity reaction to Tobramycin ophthalmic solution occurs, discontinue use.