Tobastar
Tobastar contains Tobramycin, a broad-spectrum aminoglycoside antibiotic. It is highly effective against various gram-negative and some gram-positive ocular pathogens. It works by disrupting bacterial protein synthesis, leading to the clearance of the infection.
Dosage by Body Weight
Ophthalmic use only. In mild to moderate infections, instill 1 to 2 drops into the affected eye(s) every 4 hours. In severe infections, instill 2 drops into the eye(s) hourly until improvement is observed, then gradually reduce frequency.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not applicable
- Frequency
- As directed by physician
- Tracking Notes
- Ophthalmic drops are applied locally to the eye and are not dosed based on body weight. Consult a pediatrician before use.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not applicable
- Frequency
- As directed by physician
- Tracking Notes
- Ophthalmic drops are applied locally to the eye and are not dosed based on body weight.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not applicable
- Frequency
- As directed by physician
- Tracking Notes
- Ophthalmic drops are applied locally to the eye and are not dosed based on body weight.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not applicable
- Frequency
- As directed by physician
- Tracking Notes
- Ophthalmic drops are applied locally to the eye and are not dosed based on body weight.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not applicable
- Frequency
- As directed by physician
- Tracking Notes
- Ophthalmic drops are applied locally to the eye and are not dosed based on body weight.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not applicable | As directed by physician | Ophthalmic drops are applied locally to the eye and are not dosed based on body weight. Consult a pediatrician before use. |
| 5-7 kg | Not applicable | As directed by physician | Ophthalmic drops are applied locally to the eye and are not dosed based on body weight. |
| 8-10 kg | Not applicable | As directed by physician | Ophthalmic drops are applied locally to the eye and are not dosed based on body weight. |
| 11-15 kg | Not applicable | As directed by physician | Ophthalmic drops are applied locally to the eye and are not dosed based on body weight. |
| 16-20 kg | Not applicable | As directed by physician | Ophthalmic drops are applied locally to the eye and are not dosed based on body weight. |
Formulation
Eye DropsEye Ointment
Purpose
Used to treat superficial bacterial infections of the eye and its surrounding structures, such as bacterial conjunctivitis.
Generic Name
TobramycinScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.