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Tobrasulf Benefits & Uses

Tobrasulf is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Tobrasulf Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Cystic Fibrosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Cystic Fibrosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Cystic Fibrosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Cystic Fibrosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tobrasulf Related Warnings

Is the use of Tobrasulf safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Tobrasulf. If you are pregnant, do not take Tobrasulf without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Tobrasulf safe during breastfeeding?

Tobrasulf can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tobrasulf on the Kidneys?

Tobrasulf rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tobrasulf on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Tobrasulf on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Tobrasulf on the Heart?

Using Tobrasulf does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tobrasulf with Other Drugs

Tobrasulf should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Acyclovir

Amphotericin B

Moderate

Aprotinin

Beclometasone

Bleomycin

Tobrasulf Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tobrasulf unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Parkinson's Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Tobrasulf

Is this Tobrasulf habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Tobrasulf is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Tobrasulf since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Tobrasulf should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Tobrasulf cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Tobrasulf Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tobrasulf

Taking Tobrasulf with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tobrasulf

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tobrasulf.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Tobrasulf

Question over 5 years ago

Does Tobrasulf cause constipation?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Tobrasulf does not cause constipation. However, if you experience constipation after consuming this drug, then you must inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Tobrasulf a pain-killer?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Tobrasulf is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used to treat various types of bacterial infections and hepatic encephalopathy.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Tobrasulf on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Tobrasulf on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Tobrasulf work?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Tobrasulf is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. Hence in this way, Tobrasulf prevents us from bacterial infections.