"Tobradex" - a drug widely used in ophthalmology, with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. The composition contains the antibiotic tobramycin and glucocorticosteroid dexamethasone.
Indications for use of the drug
Among the indications for the use of the drug "Toradex" (eye drops) , such infectious diseases as blepharitis, conjunctivitis, keratitis are distinguished. Drops are also suitable for eliminating and preventing postoperative complications.
Symptoms of blepharitis. The drug "Toradex" with blepharitis
Blepharitis - inflammatory processes of the century. As a rule, it affects the edge of the eyelid from two sides, causing discomfort. Most often, the disease is chronic, that is, it recurs periodically. Mostly elderly people suffer from it, however, sometimes younger patients are also found.
As such, blepharitis does not bring negative effects on vision.
Symptoms of blepharitis are itching, burning, the feeling that there is something in the eye. In the mornings, there may be crusts on the eyelids, separated in the corners of the eyes. Sometimes eyelash loss intensifies. Blepharitis is treated with compresses, baths, ophthalmic ointments and drops. The drug
“Tobradex” (drops) is also used - the reviews of doctors who prescribe the drug to patients are very positive. The most important way to combat blepharitis is eyelid hygiene, which is also the main method of preventing the disease.
Conjunctivitis treatment
Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the transparent film on the inside of the eyelid and conjunctiva (the visible part of the sclera in the corner of the eye). Most often, conjunctivitis has an infectious origin. Conjunctivitis is accompanied by abundant mucous discharge from the eyes, as a result of which crusts form on the eyelashes. Increased lacrimation is accompanied by severe itching or burning. There is swelling, swelling, sometimes the infection spreads to both eyes at once.
If conjunctivitis is of bacterial origin, then drops and ointments containing an antibiotic are prescribed. The drug "Tobradex" is good in that it has a combined effect - not only antibacterial, but also anti-inflammatory. In the fight against conjunctivitis, moisturizing drops, compresses and eye baths help.
Conjunctivitis often develops in children, even infants, in such cases, the drug “Toradex” (drops) can come to the rescue. Moms reviews are the most positive. Patients note that even advanced conjunctivitis, which could not be completely overcome, recedes after applying these drops.
Means "Toradex" (drops) for keratitis
Keratitis, unlike other diseases, affects the cornea of the eye and spoils the eyesight. Depending on the form and duration of the disease, the prognosis may or may not be favorable. Keratitis is accompanied by pain, burning, outwardly it is visible that the cornea shines less, the eyes turn red. An allergy, foreign body, eye injury, fungal infection or persistent dry eyes can provoke this disease .
Depending on the origin and type of keratitis, treatment is prescribed, including the Tobradex drug (drops). The opinions of patients and doctors are contradictory. Indeed, this drug stops inflammation and prevents scarring. However, if keratitis is of fungal origin, then a drug containing a glucocorticosteroid can enhance the development of infection. Therefore, the use of these drops for keratitis should be approached carefully and carefully.
The drug "Tobradex": method of application and dosage
Depending on the severity of the disease, 1 or 2 drops are instilled into the affected eye. The interval between procedures is 4-6 hours (also determined individually). In the first two days, the dosage may be greater, that is, the interval is reduced to 2 hours. If Tobradex is used in combination with other drops, then the interval between instillation should be at least 5 minutes. Do not touch the pipette tip to the eye while instilling it and do not touch the pipette with your fingers: bacteria and microbes from the hands can get into the eye with drops.
Side effects of the drug
An allergic reaction is the main side effect of the drug "Tobradex" (drops). Doctors' reviews indicate that some patients experience itching, burning and swelling around the eyes. Also, in some cases, intraocular pressure may increase and wound healing processes may slow down.
Contraindications
You can not use the drug for fungal infections or herpetic eruptions on the eyes. A contraindication is also a removed foreign body from the cornea of the eye, as well as mycobacterial infection.
The use of the drug during pregnancy should be justified: it is necessary that the therapeutic effect exceeds the potential risk of side effects. In the period of a lactation it is impossible to apply Tobradeks drops.
The drug "Tobradex": advantages and disadvantages
Among the advantages can be noted a wide range of actions and effectiveness. Among the shortcomings are many contraindications and possible side effects. Some patients are also confused by the price. "Toradex" is available in bottles of 5 ml. The cost of the bottle ranges from 280 to 300 rubles.
Means "Toradex" (eye drops): reviews
Patients and doctors respond quite well about this drug. Among the opinions prevailing are: the drug copes where other remedies cannot, it is the best remedy for conjunctivitis, non-aggressively treats eye inflammation, etc.
However, doctors note that the use of drugs should still be treated with caution, especially as serious as the Toradex drug (eye drops). Reviews of experts warn that it is necessary to consult in ophthalmology and in no case do self-medication.
First, you need to determine the etiology of the disease. Dexamethasone and the antibiotic contained in the drug can only aggravate the disease. And secondly, you need to find out whether this drug is right for you. Eye disease is something that needs to be treated immediately and immediately effectively. The favorable outcome of the disease depends entirely on the right treatment, and the results of incorrect therapy are more difficult to correct than to prevent going to the doctor.