In this Article

• What is tobramycin (Tobi)?
• What are the possible side effects of tobramycin (Tobi)?
• What is the most important information I should know about tobramycin (Tobi)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using tobramycin (Tobi)?
• How should I use tobramycin (Tobi)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Tobi)?
• What happens if I overdose (Tobi)?
• What should I avoid while using tobramycin (Tobi)?
• What other drugs will affect tobramycin (Tobi)?
• Where can I get more information?

What happens if I miss a dose (Tobi)?

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is less than six hours until the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and use only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not use a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose (Tobi)?

Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.

Symptoms of a tobramycin overdose may include dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of hearing, difficulty or decreased breathing, and weakness.

What should I avoid while using tobramycin (Tobi)?

Do not mix tobramycin with dornase alfa (Pulmozyme) in the nebulizer.

What other drugs will affect tobramycin (Tobi)?

Before using tobramycin, tell your doctor if you are taking:

• furosemide (Lasix);
• ethacryinc acid (Edecrin); or
• mannitol (Osmitrol).

You may not be able to use tobramycin, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.

Do not mix tobramycin with dornase alfa (Pulmozyme) in the nebulizer.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with tobramycin. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has additional information about tobramycin written for health professionals that you may read.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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