Tobradex

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Tobradex.

Blurred vision: Tobradex may cause a temporary blurring of vision. Do not drive or operate machinery until your vision has cleared.

Contact lenses: If you use contact lenses, ask your doctor about their use while using Tobradex. Usually, contact lenses should not be worn when treating an eye infection. The drop form of Tobradex contains an ingredient that can discolour contact lenses. Contact lenses must be removed from the eye before putting the drops in the affected eye and should not be reinserted until at least 15 minutes after using the drops.

Long-term use: Prolonged use of Tobradex may result in Glaucoma, with damage to the optic nerve, vision problems, perforation of the cornea, and Cataracts. Prolonged use of Tobradex may also result in problems with metabolism and delayed healing and overgrowth of microorganisms (e.g., certain bacteria or fungi) that are not killed by the antibiotic. If there is no improvement after 5 or 7 days of therapy or if your condition worsens, call your doctor. If you are using Tobradex for a prolonged period of time, your doctor should check your eye pressure regularly.

Pregnancy: Tobradex should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Tobradex, contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: It is not known if Tobradex passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Tobradex, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Tobradex have not been established for children.