Sensomed Tobramycin/Dexamethasone Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Per mL Tobramycin 3 mg, dexamethasone 1 mg

Indications/Uses

Steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions for which a corticosteroid is indicated & when bacterial ocular infection exists.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Instill 1-2 drops into the conjunctival sac 4-6 hrly. During the initial 24-48 hr, dose may be increased to 1-2 drops 2 hrly.

Contraindications

Viral diseases of the cornea & conjunctiva eg, epithelial herpes keratitis (dendritic), vaccinia & other viral infection. Mycobacterial eye infection. Fungal diseases of ocular structures.

Special Precautions

Pregnancy & lactation (prolonged use).

Adverse Reactions

Lid itching & swelling; conjunctival erythema; localized ocular toxicity & hypersensitivity.

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MIMS Class

Eye Antiseptics with Corticosteroids

ATC Classification

S03AA30 - antiinfectives, combinations ; Belongs to the class of antiinfectives used in ophthalmologic and otologic preparations.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Sensomed Tobramycin/Dexamethasone ophth drops

Packing/Price

5 mL x 1's

Sensomed Tobramycin/Dexamethasone

tobramycin + dexamethasone

Manufacturer:

SENSOMED

Distributor:

SENSOMED