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Tobaflam Eye Drop

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Product introduction

Tobaflam Eye Drop is a combination medicine used in the treatment of eye infections with inflammation. It kills and stops the growth of bacteria that causes the infection. This way it helps in relieving redness, itching, and swelling caused by the bacteria.

Tobaflam Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before and after using the medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

The most common side effects include discomfort and irritation at the application site. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it off with water. Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients of this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause blurring of vision.

Uses of Tobaflam Eye Drop

  • Treatment of Eye infection with inflammation

Benefits of Tobaflam Eye Drop

In Treatment of Eye infection with inflammation

Tobaflam Eye Drop stops the growth of bacteria and helps relieve symptoms such as pain, swelling, redness, itching or irritation. It is also used to reduce swelling after an eye surgery. Use it 2-3 times a day for atleast a week or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using Tobaflam Eye Drop. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Tobaflam Eye Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Tobaflam

  • Blurred vision
  • Superficial punctate keratitis
  • Increased intraocular pressure
  • Burning sensation in eye
  • Stinging in the eyes
  • Headache

How to use Tobaflam Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

How Tobaflam Eye Drop works

Tobaflam Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Loteprednol etabonate and Tobramycin. Loteprednol etabonate is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen and itchy. Tobramycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tobaflam Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Tobaflam Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Tobaflam Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Tobaflam Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Tobaflam Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL

Patient concerns

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Fever 99.9 Body ache Throat irritation Eyes inflamation
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Take tab Pacimol one tab stat and 1 tab SOS. For throat infection and eye inflammation you need to be examined in the clinic
Eye inflammation, continuous water flow
Dr. Richa Jain
Ophthalmology
Use eyedrop refresh tears 4 times a day. Get your eye examination by doctor also
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References

  1. Ciplamed. Loteprednol etabonate + Tobramycin. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: August, 2025

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