TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable)
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TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Drug and Prescription Information
TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable)
TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Medication Classification
TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection)
TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Brandname
TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) is used for the Treatment
Sodium Chloride, Tobramycin (toe-bra-MYE-sin) Treats infections. Belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics.
When To Not Use TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable)
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to tobramycin or any other aminoglycoside antibiotic such as Amikin® or Garamycin®.
How Should You Use TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable)
Injectable
- Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given.
- An IM injection is a shot given in your muscle (upper arm, thigh, buttocks). An IV infusion is medicine that is put directly into your body through one of your veins.
- This medicine should be given by a person trained to give IV or IM medicine, such as a nurse. Sometimes you, a family member, or friend can be taught to give your medicine.
- If you are receiving IV medicine, check the bag to make sure there are no leaks. Also make sure the solution is clear. If a dose is missed:
- This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, and take the rest of the doses for the day at regularly spaced time intervals.
- If you miss more than one dose, call your doctor for instructions.
Proper TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Storage
Store TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking a diuretic (water pills) or any other antibiotic medicine.
TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Warnings
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you have kidney disease or myasthenia gravis.
- Call your doctor right away if you notice any change in your hearing. Your doctor may want you to have hearing tests while you are taking tobramycin.
- If your infection does not improve, or gets worse, while taking this medicine, call your doctor.
TOBRAMYCIN/SODIUM CHLORIDE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Dizziness or trouble standing
- Ringing in the ears or trouble hearing
- Rash or hives
- Swelling of the face, throat, or lips
- Wheezing or trouble breathing
- Urinating less than one cup in a day
- Severe diarrhea (watery or bloody)
- Swelling, pain, or redness near where your IV needle is placed
- Muscle twitching or weakness If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Mild diarrhea
- Nausea or upset stomach
- Pain where the IM shot was given
