How do I get Tobradex?
The usual dose is 1 or 2 drops in the affected eye(s) every 4 to 6 hours. 2 hours. As you get better your doctor will decrease the amount of Tobradex you need to use before finally stopping the eye drops. It is important to use Tobradex Eye Drops exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
What is tobramycin ophthalmic ointment used for?
Ophthalmic tobramycin is used in the eye to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Tobramycin works by killing bacteria. Ophthalmic tobramycin may be used alone or with other medicines for eye infections. Either the drops or the ointment form of this medicine may be used alone during the day.
How do you use Tobrex cream?
Place a 1/2 inch (1.3 centimeters) strip of ointment into the pouch by squeezing the tube gently. Look downward and gently close your eyes for 1 to 2 minutes. Roll your eyeball in all directions to spread the medication. Try not to blink and do not rub your eye.
Is there a generic for TobraDex ointment?
Dexamethasone and tobramycin ophthalmic suspension 0.3%/0.1% is the generic version of TobraDex and is indicated for steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions. Specifically, when a corticosteroid is indicated and where superficial bacterial ocular infection or a risk of bacterial ocular infection exists.
Do I need a prescription for Tobradex?
Tobradex is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Ocular Inflammation and Bacterial Infection of the eye. Tobradex may be used alone or with other medications. Tobradex belongs to a class of drugs called Antibiotics/Corticosteroids, Opthalmic.
Is there a generic TobraDex ointment?
Is there a generic for Tobradex ointment?
Does TobraDex ointment come in generic?
TobraDex (tobramycin and dexamethasone ophthalmic ointment) is a combination of an antibiotic and a steroid used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes. TobraDex Ointment is available in generic form.