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Toracin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Toracin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Toracin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Toracin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Toracin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Toracin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Toracin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Toracin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Toracin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Toracin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Toracin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Toracin 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Toracin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Toracin safe for pregnant women?
Toracin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Toracin safe during breastfeeding?
Toracin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Toracin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Toracin.
What is the effect of Toracin on the Kidneys?
Toracin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Toracin on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Toracin on the liver.
What is the effect of Toracin on the Heart?
You can take Toracin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Toracin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Toracin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Toracin habit forming or addictive?
Toracin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Toracin as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Toracin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Toracin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Toracin
It is safe to take Toracin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Toracin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Toracin.
Toracin 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.
Toracin is the brand name of tobramycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is used for treating bacterial infections of skin and eye. It is also used to treat hepatic encephalopathy.
No, Toracin cannot be used to treat acne as it is not effective against acne.
Take Toracin as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, Toracin has been reported to cause dermatitis. If you are experiencing dermatitis after taking or using this drug, then consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tobramycin
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 749
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 136-141