Benzalkonium Chloride + Tobramycin

Dosage Forms Available

• Benzalkonium Chloride + Tobramycin is available in the form of eye drops, which is administered topically.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• Benzalkonium chloride + Tobramycin eye drops are suitable for use in both adults and children.

Contraindications

• Benzalkonium Chloride + Tobramycin is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to tobramycin, benzalkonium chloride, or any other component of the eye drops. It is also contraindicated in individuals who have a known allergy to other aminoglycoside antibiotics.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with other topical eye medications (such as other antibiotics or steroids), oral aminoglycosides (such as gentamicin and neomycin), and certain diuretics (such as furosemide).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdose with Benzalkonium Chloride + Tobramycin eye drops is unlikely to occur due to the administration route. However, excessive use should be avoided as it may lead to increased side effects.

• If you forget to administer a dose of Benzalkonium Chloride + Tobramycin, apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular dosing schedule.

• In case you happen to put a few extra drops of this medicine in your eye, do not panic. Rinse your eyes with clean water at room temperature. If any symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience severe side effects or worsening symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• Ensure that you are applying the eye drops correctly without touching the dropper tip to your eye or any other surface.

• To manage mild stinging or burning sensations that might occur just after application, you can close your eyes gently for one to two minutes to help soothe them.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Benzalkonium Chloride + Tobramycin may cause temporary blurring of vision after application. It is recommended that you avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until your vision has cleared.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The safety of using Benzalkonium Chloride + Tobramycin during pregnancy and lactation has not been fully established. Consult your doctor for advice before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution should be exercised when using Benzalkonium Chloride + Tobramycin in patients with pre-existing eye conditions such as severe keratitis or severe epithelial disorders.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain good eye hygiene while being treated for an eye infection. This includes washing hands before applying eye drops and avoiding touching the eyes with unclean hands.

• Protect your eyes from dust, smoke, strong winds, and bright light during treatment to prevent irritation and aid recovery.

• If wearing contact lenses, follow the doctor's instructions carefully regarding removal before applying eye drops; benzalkonium chloride can affect certain types of contact lenses.