Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution 0.3%

Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, is effective against susceptible microorganisms, including: Staphylococci, such as S. aureus and S. epidermidis (coagulase-positive and coagulase-negative), as well as penicillin-resistant strains; Streptococci including some of the Group A-beta-hemolytic species, some nonhemolytic species, and some Streptococcus pneumoniae; Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter aerogenes, Proteus mirabilis, Morganella morganii, most Proteus vulgaris strains, Haemophilus influenzae and H. aegyptius, Moraxella lacunata, Acinetobacter calcoaceticus and some Neisseria species. Bacterial susceptibility studies demonstrate that in some cases, microorganisms resistant to gentamicin retain susceptibility to Tobramycin.

Dosage and Administration

Use according to your veterinarian's instructions.

Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including the surface of your pet's eye.

Tip

Adjust the dosage suggested below based on your veterinarian's recommendations.

Cautions

Safe use in pregnant pets or pets intended for breeding has not been proven. If your pet's condition worsens or does not improve, stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, is for topical ophthalmic use only. It is not for injection into the eye. Sensitivity to topically applied aminoglycosides may occur in some pets. If your pet has a reaction to Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.3%, discontinue use and consult your veterinarian.

Contraindications

Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution, USP is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of its components.

Warnings

For Topical Ophthalmic Use Only - Not For Injection Into The Eye

Sensitivity to topically applied aminoglycosides may occur in some patients. If a sensitivity reaction to Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.3% occurs, discontinue use.

Precautions

As with other antibiotic preparations, prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non susceptible organisms, including fungi. If superinfection occurs, appropriate therapy should be initiated. Cross-sensitivity to other aminoglycoside antibiotics may occur; if hypersensitivity develops with this product, discontinue use and institute appropriate therapy. Patients should be advised not to wear contact lenses if they have signs and symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis.

Storage

Store at 36°-77°F (2°-25°C).