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Tozen, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Tozen have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Tozen is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Tozen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tozen are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Tozen's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Tozen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tozen related warnings section.
Tozen is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Tozen contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Tozen have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tozen is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Tozen 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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Is the use of Tozen safe for pregnant women?
Tozen shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Tozen safe during breastfeeding?
Tozen 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.
What is the effect of Tozen on the Kidneys?
Tozen rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tozen on the Liver?
Tozen is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tozen on the Heart?
Using Tozen does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Tozen 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 Tozen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tozen habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tozen.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Tozen will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Tozen is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tozen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Tozen
It is safe to take Tozen with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tozen
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Tozen with alcohol will be.
Yes, Tozen has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Discontinuing Tozen 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.
Tozen 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, Tozen does not cause constipation. However, if you experience constipation after consuming this drug, then you must inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Tozen is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as decreased urination, itching, irritation, and hearing loss. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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