Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose + Tobramycin

• Bacterial eye infections

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Toboron

• Application site irritation
• Burning sensation

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose + Tobramycin is a combination of two medicines: Tobramycin and Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose. Tobramycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose is a lubricating formulation which moistens the eyes/ears.

• Your doctor has prescribed Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose + Tobramycin to cure your infection and improve symptoms.

• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

• Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye/ear, to avoid contamination.

• Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven't started to improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment or if you get another eye /ear infection.

• If using Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose + Tobramycin for the eye:

  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • Do not wear contact lenses while using this medication.
  • It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.