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Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml
About Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml
Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to ophthalmic eye medications primarily used to treat bacterial eye infections. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is a common bacterial infection associated with the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid.
Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml is a combination of two antibiotics: Tobramycin and Moxifloxacin. Tobramycin works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins that are necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thus, it destroys bacteria. Moxifloxacin works by inhibiting DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) involved in repairing and replicating bacteria's DNA (genetic material). Thus, kills bacteria and clears the infection.
Use Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Toboxy 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, watery eyes, itchy or swollen eyelids, dry eyes, and mild itching in the eye. Most of these side effects of Toboxy 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.
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml or any other medicines. Toboxy 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 Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml.
Uses of Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml
Medicinal Benefits
Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml contains two antibiotics, namely: Tobramycin and Moxifloxacin, used to treat bacterial eye infections. Tobramycin inhibits the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thus, destroys bacteria. Moxifloxacin inhibits DNA gyrase (bacterial enzyme) involved in repairing and replicating the DNA (genetic material) of bacteria. Thus, kills bacteria and clears the infection.
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Side Effects of Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml
Drug Warnings
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml or any other medicines. Toboxy 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 Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml. Drive only if your vision is clear, as Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision immediately after applying. You are advised to remove soft contact lenses before using Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml. Do not touch the tip of the container to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Toboxy Eye Drops 5 ml and cause eye infections.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are using beta-lactam antibiotics to treat ear, eye, or skin infections, other aminoglycoside antibiotics, and medicines that can lead to hearing loss.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial eye infections: Conjunctivitis, stye, and keratitis are common bacterial eye infections. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is an infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva (the white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. It is a highly contagious infection spread through eye secretions. Symptoms include redness, itching, and discharge or crusting around the eye. A stye, or bump on the eyelid, is another common eye condition. Keratitis, or corneal inflammation, is caused by wearing contact lenses frequently, injury, diabetes, or surgery.