Tobradex
Tobramycin with dexamethasone as an eye drop suspension, used for bacterial conjunctivitis and blepharitis. An aminoglycoside with a corticosteroid.
- Category
- Eye Care
- Active ingredients
- Tobramycin · Dexamethasone
- Route
- Ocular use
- Form
- Eye drops, suspension
- Strengths
- 0.1/0.3%
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Tobradex on your behalf.
Tobradex details
- Conditions
- Conjunctivitis · Blepharitis
- Therapeutic class
- Corticosteroid and Anti-infective
- Pharmacological class
- Aminoglycoside and Corticosteroid
- Contraindications
- viral, fungal, or tubercular eye infections; epithelial herpes simplex keratitis
- Minor side effects
- eye discomfort; itching
- Moderate side effects
- blurred vision; hyperaemia
- Dosage forms
- Eye drops, suspension
- Administration route
- Ocular use
- Originator
- Novartis
- Onset Time
- minutes
- Duration
- 4–6 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store upright below 25°C.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Avoid use. Breastfeeding: Discontinue during treatment.
Precautions and warnings
monitor intraocular pressure with prolonged use; discontinue if signs of sensitivity occur
Serious side effects
secondary ocular infection, requires immediate medical attention; glaucoma, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Tobramycin with dexamethasone as an eye drop suspension, used for bacterial conjunctivitis and blepharitis. An aminoglycoside with a corticosteroid.
Mechanism of action
Tobramycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis; dexamethasone acts as a potent anti-inflammatory corticosteroid to reduce oedema and irritation.
What you will receive
Tobradex is the originator brand name, made by Novartis. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Novartis and do not ship the original Tobradex.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Tobramycin / Dexamethasone) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.
About Tobradex
Tobradex combines tobramycin and dexamethasone to manage bacterial conjunctivitis and blepharitis. This ophthalmic preparation is supplied in a 0.1/0.3% bottle. It is frequently selected by patients requiring a reliable combination of an antibiotic and a corticosteroid for the treatment of external eye inflammation and associated infections.
Buying Tobradex online
Online procurement offers a practical solution for expats and travellers seeking reliable access to this specific combination of active ingredients.