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Tobest F, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Infections, Open Wound. Tobest F also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tobest F. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Tobest F side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Tobest F normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Tobest F has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tobest F related warnings talks about Tobest F's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Tobest F is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tobest F contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Tobest F with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Tobest F, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Tobest F is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Tobest F safe for pregnant women?
Tobest F may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Tobest F, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Tobest F safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Tobest F. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Tobest F on the Kidneys?
Tobest F is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Tobest F on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Tobest F on the liver.
What is the effect of Tobest F on the Heart?
Tobest F is not harmful for the heart.
Tobest F should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tobest F unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tobest F habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tobest F is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tobest F does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Tobest F only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Tobest F is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tobest F
You can take Tobest F with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tobest F
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tobest F.
Yes, Tobest F is suitable for a fungal infection. Fungal infections can be managed by using a topical treatment and adhering to it, by washing the skin with slightly warm water and an antifungal soap or a wash, by keeping the skin dry, by daily washing the towel, bedsheet and the clothes, by not wearing tight clothes, etc.
Yes, Tobest F kills bacteria. It exerts its bactericidal effect by invading the cell wall of the bacteria and killing its DNA and denaturing the enzymes.
Yes, there have been reports of Tobest F causing acute kidney injury. Tobest F is widely used as an antiseptic and as a preoperative and postoperative surgical scrub. Its main moiety is iodine which is effective against yeast, fungi, bacteria, and protozoans. However, it is also known to cause toxicity, resulting in acute kidney injury in a person who ingested it, in people in whom it has been used topically, etc.
Yes, Tobest F is used for open wounds since last few decades. It remains a favorite agent for use as an antiseptic and as a wound-healing agent because of its safety, tolerability, and efficacy. Tobest F has a broad spectrum of activity, has reduced cell toxicity, low incidence of resistance has anti-inflammatory property, and is able to penetrate biofilms (cluster of microorganisms attached to the cell surface).
Yes, in rare instances, Tobest F may cause allergy. It could be manifested as a rash, an itch, a swelling around the mouth, on lips, tongue or throat, wheezing, sneezing, etc. If you develop any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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