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Aktob
Tobramycin-Ophthalmic


Aktob is used to treat infections of the eye (ophthalmic) or ear (otic).

ALTERNATE NAMES

Tobrex, Tobramycin Sulfate, Tobrasol, Tomycine

 
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aktob
Tobrex, Tobramycin Sulfate, Tobrasol, Tomycine

Uses
Aktob is used to treat infections of the eye (ophthalmic) or ear (otic).


Storage
  • Depending upon the manufacturer, the product may be stored at room temperature or refrigerated.
  • Ask your pharmacist.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.
  • Do not freeze.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Aktob may be harmful if swallowed.

How To Use
  • Use this as prescribed.
  • Continue using it for the full time prescribed.
  • Stopping therapy too soon may result in a reinfection.
  • To apply eye or ear medication, wash hands first.
  • To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or tube or let it touch the affected area.
  • Shake drops well before using.
  • Hold the ointment tube in your hand for a few minutes to make the medication flow easier.
  • EYE MEDICATION: Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch.
  • For drops, place dropper directly over eye and administer the prescribed number of drops.
  • Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • With eye ointment, place medication inside the lower lid using a sweeping motion.
  • Close eye and roll the eyeball.
  • Remove excess ointment with a tissue.
  • Try not to blink and do not rub the eye.
  • If you are using another kind of eye medication, wait five to ten minutes before applying.
  • EAR MEDICATION: Lie on your side or turn the affected ear upward to make application easier.
  • Place the prescribed number of drops in the ear.
  • Avoid touching the ear canal.
  • Keep the ear tilted for one to two minutes.
  • A small piece of clean cotton may be placed in the ear to prevent drops from escaping.

Side Effects
  • Aktob may temporarily sting when first applied.
  • If this effect persists or worsens, inform your doctor promptly.
  • In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Aktob, seek immediate medical attention.
  • Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, redness, swelling or discharge (including the eye or ear area), trouble breathing.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially: all previous eye or ear problems, if you use contact lenses, any allergies.
  • Vision may be temporarily blurred after applying eye medication.
  • Use caution driving or performing duties requiring clear vision.
  • This and all medications should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy or when breast-feeding.
  • Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not "double-up the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of all medications you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: silver preparations, all other eye or ear antibiotic or corticosteroid (e.g., hydrocortisone) medications.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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