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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Grow Well Vision

Consume Type :

Ophthalmic

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBACTERIAL AND CORTICOSTEROID]

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sadh Nagar, New Delhi- 110045, Delhi, INDIA.
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FAQs

Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml contains Tobramycin and Fluorometholone. Tobramycin belongs to the class of antibiotics that works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, destroys bacteria. Fluorometholone belongs to the class of corticosteroids that works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling. Thereby, reduces the redness and swelling caused due to bacterial infections.

You are not recommended to wear contact lenses while using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml as it contains benzalkonium chloride, a preservative that changes the colour of the contact lens as it may be absorbed by soft contact lens. Benzalkonium chloride also causes irritation in the eye, especially if you have disorders of the cornea (transparent layer at the front of the eye) or dry eyes. Therefore, you are advised to remove contact lenses before applying Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml and reinsert after 15 minutes of using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml. Also, inform your doctor if you experience pain, stinging or abnormal sensation in the eye after using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml.

Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

You are recommended to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 5 minutes between using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye drops. However, please consult a doctor before using other medicines with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml.

Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml is not used to treat fungal infection in the eye. Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml is only used to treat bacterial eye infections.

You are not recommended to stop using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection. Therefore, use Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml, please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

The interaction of alcohol with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml is prescribed to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. Therefore, wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

About Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml

Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to ophthalmic eye medications primarily used to treat bacterial eye infections and reduce swelling, itching, and redness. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is a common bacterial eye infection associated with the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid.

Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml is a combination of two drugs, namely: Tobramycin (antibiotic) and Fluorometholone (corticosteroid). Tobramycin belongs to the class of antibiotics that works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, it destroys bacteria. Fluorometholone belongs to the class of steroids that works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Thereby, reduces the redness and swelling caused due to bacterial infections.

Use Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience eye irritation, eye redness, itchy or swollen eyelids, mild burning or stinging sensation in the eye, or eye discomfort. Most of these side effects of Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml. Drive only if your vision is clear as Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of at least 5 minutes between using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye drops.

Uses of Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml

Bacterial eye infections

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Key Benefits

Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml contains Tobramycin and Fluorometholone used to treat bacterial eye infections. Tobramycin is an antibiotic that inhibits the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, it destroys bacteria. Fluorometholone is a corticosteroid that inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Thereby, reduces the redness and swelling caused due to bacterial infections.

Directions for Use

Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml is for external use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml. Lie down and tilt your head backward. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instill the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml.

Side Effects of Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml

  • Eye irritation
  • Eye redness
  • Itchy or swollen eyelids
  • Mild burning or stinging sensation in the eye
  • Eye discomfort

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml. Drive only if your vision is clear as Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml as it may cause discolouration of the soft contact lens. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of at least 5 minutes between using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml and other eye drops. Please do not touch the container's tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml and cause eye infections.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of cidofovir with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml can cause kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml with Cidofovir is not recommended, but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking deferasirox with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml with Deferasirox together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
TobramycinDoxacurium chloride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml with doxacurium chloride can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml and Doxacurium chloride, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml with Tenofovir disoproxil can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tenofovir disoproxil with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking Furosemide with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of hearing loss and kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml and Furosemide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml with Colistin can increase the blood levels and risk of Colistin side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Colistin and Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience, shortness of breath, muscle pain, dizziness, or palpitations, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml:
Using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml together with everolimus can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Everolimus and Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden weight gain, feeling out of breath, or having kidney problems. If you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, weight loss, swelling, muscle cramps, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heartbeat contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TobramycinFoscarnet
Severe
How does the drug interact with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml:
Combining Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml with Foscarnet can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml and foscarnet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, swelling, sudden weight gain or weight loss, severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, seizures, pounding heart beats, dizziness or chest pain contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml:
Using Botulinum toxin and Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml together may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Botulinum toxin and Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml can cause an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience excessive muscle weakness or trouble breathing, swallowing, or speaking. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml:
Using pancuronium with Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml can increase the risk of respiratory depression(hypoventilation).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pancuronium and Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Special Advise

  • Avoid wearing contact lenses while using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml as it may cause discolouration of soft contact lenses.
  • If the infection persists or worsens after 7 days of using Tobac-F Eye Drops 5 ml, please consult an eye specialist.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Sleep for a minimum of 6 to 8 hours to rejuvenate your eyes naturally.
  • Wash your eyes with clean water at least two to three times a day. Do not wash your eyes if you have undergone any eye surgery for at least 2 weeks.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Eat foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids such as sardines, mackerel, tuna, salmon, trout, and omega-3 fatty acid supplements.
  • Cut down your coffee intake as it may increase pressure in the eye and replace coffee with green tea.
  • Maintain a diet rich in antioxidants such as dark-green leafy vegetables, whole grains, citrus fruits, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, etc.
  • Avoid consumption of processed foods such as high-fat meats, sugary foods, dairy products, and fast foods as they may increase inflammation.

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