Obrin
Obrin Products are primarily used for
Bacterial eye infections
About Obrin Products
Uses of Obrin Products
Tobramycin is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections.
Obrin Products side effects
Severe
Side Effects of Obrin are Ototoxicity, Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Skin rash, Ringing in ear, Vertigo, Confusion, Disorientation, Lethargy, Exfoliative dermatitis, Itching, Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Increased bilirubin in the blood, Decreased calcium level in blood, Decreased magnesium level in blood, Decreased potassium level in blood, Renal abnormalities, Fever, Voice change, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Granulocytopenia, Low blood platelets, Discoloration of sputum, Respiratory tract infection, Muscle pain, Nasal polyps, Otitis media (infection of ear), Eye toxicity, Hypersensitivity, Blurred vision, Stinging in the eyes, Allergic reaction.
How Obrin Products work
Tobramycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Patient Concerns about Obrin Products
Frequently asked questions about Obrin Products
Frequently asked questions about Tobramycin
Q. Does Obrin Ophthalmic Gel have a steroid in it?
No, Obrin Ophthalmic Gel alone does not have steroids in it. It is an antibiotic, which means that it is effective against bacterial infections. It is not effective against viral or fungal infections and hence should not be used in these kinds of infections. Obrin Ophthalmic Gel may be combined with steroids such as dexamethasone.
Q. What bacteria does Obrin Ophthalmic Gel kill?
Obrin Ophthalmic Gel is effective against a wide range of bacteria. Obrin Ophthalmic Gel must be used only against susceptible bacteria. A whole gamut of bacteria that can be killed by Obrin Ophthalmic Gel includes S. Aureus and S. epidermidis, some species of Streptococci, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter aerogenes, Proteus mirabilis, Morganella morganii, most Proteus vulgaris strains, Haemophilus influenza, and H. aegyptius, Moraxella lacunata, Acinetobacter calcoaceticus, and some Neisseria species. Your doctor will evaluate whether this medicine is suitable for your condition.
Q. How long should you use Obrin Ophthalmic Gel?
The doctor will decide the duration of treatment which will depend on the severity of infection. For instance, if you have mild to moderate eye infection, your doctor will advise 1-2 eye drops, 4 times a day, usually. In severe infections, you may be prescribed 2 drops every hour. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. You should use it exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Q. How should Obrin Ophthalmic Gel be used?
You should wash your hands before using the eye drops. Avoid touching the dropper tip against your eye or anywhere else. Tilt your head slightly and instill one drop. Close your eyes for 2 or 3 minutes with your head tipped down, avoid blinking or squinting. Gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye for about 1 minute, to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct. If you use more than one drop, wait about 5 minutes between the drops. Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.
Q. Is Obrin Ophthalmic Gel effective?
Obrin Ophthalmic Gel is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Obrin Ophthalmic Gel too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Obrin Ophthalmic Gel?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform the doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop using Obrin Ophthalmic Gel when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Obrin Ophthalmic Gel without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
Q. Does Obrin Ophthalmic Gel have a steroid in it?
No, Obrin Ophthalmic Gel alone does not have steroids in it. It is an antibiotic, which means that it is effective against bacterial infections. It is not effective against viral or fungal infections and hence should not be used in these kinds of infections. Obrin Ophthalmic Gel may be combined with steroids such as dexamethasone.
Q. What bacteria does Obrin Ophthalmic Gel kill?
Obrin Ophthalmic Gel is effective against a wide range of bacteria. Obrin Ophthalmic Gel must be used only against susceptible bacteria. A whole gamut of bacteria that can be killed by Obrin Ophthalmic Gel includes S. Aureus and S. epidermidis, some species of Streptococci, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter aerogenes, Proteus mirabilis, Morganella morganii, most Proteus vulgaris strains, Haemophilus influenza, and H. aegyptius, Moraxella lacunata, Acinetobacter calcoaceticus, and some Neisseria species. Your doctor will evaluate whether this medicine is suitable for your condition.
Q. How long should you use Obrin Ophthalmic Gel?
The doctor will decide the duration of treatment which will depend on the severity of infection. For instance, if you have mild to moderate eye infection, your doctor will advise 1-2 eye drops, 4 times a day, usually. In severe infections, you may be prescribed 2 drops every hour. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. You should use it exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Q. How should Obrin Ophthalmic Gel be used?
You should wash your hands before using the eye drops. Avoid touching the dropper tip against your eye or anywhere else. Tilt your head slightly and instill one drop. Close your eyes for 2 or 3 minutes with your head tipped down, avoid blinking or squinting. Gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye for about 1 minute, to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct. If you use more than one drop, wait about 5 minutes between the drops. Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.
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