Torcin Ophthalmic Ointment 0.3% Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

Torcin Ophthalmic Ointment 0.3% Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Table Of contents

• Torcin Ophthalmic Ointment 0.3%
• Uses
• Dosage
• Side Effect
• Precautions
• Interactions
• Uses during Pregnancy
• Uses during Breastfeeding
• Accute Overdose
• Food Interaction
• Half Life
• Volume of Distribution
• Clearance
• Interaction With other Medicine
• Contradiction
• Storage

Trade Name	Torcin Ophthalmic Ointment 0.3%
Generic	Tobramycin (Ophthalmic)
Weight	0.3%
Type	Ophthalmic Ointment
Therapeutic Class	Ophthalmic antibacterial drugs
Manufacturer	Opsonin Pharma Ltd.
Available Country	Bangladesh
Last Updated:	January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am

Uses

Tobramycin is a topical antibiotic indicated in the treatment of external bacterial infections of the eye caused by susceptible organisms. Such as, Gram-positive bacteria: Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus spp. of ... Read more

Dosage

Torcin Ophthalmic Ointment 0.3% dosage

Ophthalmic ointment: In mild to moderate infection, apply a small amount 2-3 times daily into the conjunctival sac(s). In severe cases of infection, apply a small amount 3-4 times daily into the conjunctival sac(s) until improvement is obtained, then reduce the dose gradually. Ophthalmic solution: In mild to moderate infections: Instill 1or 2 drops into the affected eye(s) every 4 hours. In severe infections: Instill 2 drops into the affected eye(s) every hour until improvement is observed. Pediatric use: Safety and effectiveness in children below the age of 1 year have not been established.

Side Effects

The most frequent side effect of Tobramycin ophthalmic solution is localized ocular toxicity, conjunctival erythema, hypersensitivity including lid itching and swelling.

Precaution

Minor sensitivity may occur to topically applied aminoglycosides in some patients. If a sensitivity reaction occurs, discontinue use. Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms and fungi.

Interaction

Care should be exercised when tobramycin is given to patients receiving other drugs with neuromauscular blocking agents or ototoxic.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use

Pregnancy Category B. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. This drug should only be used during pregnancy, if the potential benefits outweigh the possible risk to the fetus. Drug may excreted into human milk. A decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to taking the drug.

Contraindication

It is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to Tobramycin or any of the ingredients of the preparation.

Acute Overdose

Sign and symptoms of overdose may be similar to side effects as described above.

Storage Condition

Protect from light, store in cool (below 25°C) & dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Used within 4 weeks after first opening.

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