Dexamethasone + Tobramycin ophthalmic is an eye preparation used to treat bacterial eye infections associated with inflammation. It contains tobramycin, an antibiotic that helps stop the growth of susceptible bacteria, and dexamethasone, a corticosteroid that helps reduce redness, swelling, and irritation of the eye. It may be used in conditions such as bacterial conjunctivitis, blepharitis, or inflammation after eye procedures, as prescribed by a doctor.

Dexamethasone + Tobramycin is a topical ophthalmic suspension used to treat bacterial eye infections associated with inflammation. It combines an antibiotic with a corticosteroid to help control infection and relieve inflammatory symptoms affecting the eye.

Tobramycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that helps stop the growth of susceptible bacteria causing the infection. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that helps reduce redness, swelling, irritation, and discomfort in the affected eye. This combination may be prescribed for conditions such as bacterial conjunctivitis, blepharitis, and certain inflammatory eye conditions where bacterial infection and inflammation occur together.

The medicine works locally within the eye after application. Some people may experience mild and temporary effects such as stinging, burning, irritation, watery eyes, or blurred vision shortly after use.

Dexamethasone + Tobramycin should be used exactly as prescribed and for the full recommended duration. Prolonged or inappropriate use of corticosteroid-containing eye drops may increase the risk of elevated intraocular pressure, delayed healing, or secondary eye infections.

Dexamethasone + Tobramycin may be indicated by your doctor for:

Bacterial Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)

Treatment of bacterial infection of the eye surface causing redness, discharge, and irritation.

Blepharitis

Management of bacterial inflammation of the eyelids or outer eye structures.

Keratitis (bacterial)

Treatment of infection or inflammation of the cornea with pain, redness, watering, or light sensitivity.

Post-operative ocular inflammation

Control of inflammation and prevention or treatment of bacterial infection after eye surgeries such as cataract or corneal procedures.

Dexamethasone + Tobramycin may provide benefits such as:

• Combined infection and inflammation control: Helps treat susceptible bacterial eye infections while reducing associated redness, swelling, and irritation.

• Faster symptom relief: The steroid component helps alleviate discomfort by reducing inflammation during infection.

• Improved treatment outcomes: By controlling both infection and inflammation together, it may support better overall recovery in appropriate cases.

• Post-procedure support: May help reduce inflammation and the risk of infection after certain eye injuries or surgeries when prescribed by a doctor.

Common side effects of Dexamethasone + Tobramycin may include

• Ocular irritation (eye discomfort)

• Conjunctival hyperaemia (eye redness)

• Eyelid itching or mild oedema (slight eyelid swelling)

• Transient blurred vision (temporary cloudy vision after installation of eye drops)

Uncommon side effects of Dexamethasone + Tobramycin may include

• Elevated intraocular pressure (increased pressure inside the eye)

• Delayed corneal healing (slower recovery of the eye surface)

• Secondary ocular infection (new infection caused by fungi or viruses)

Serious side effects of Dexamethasone + Tobramycin may include

• Steroid-induced glaucoma (eye damage from long-term pressure rise) or optic nerve damage

• Posterior subcapsular cataract (clouding of the eye lens) with prolonged use

• Severe hypersensitivity reactions (strong allergic reaction)

• Corneal thinning or structural compromise (weakening of the clear front layer of the eye)

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual, severe, or persistent symptoms while using Dexamethasone + Tobramycin.

Dexamethasone + Tobramycin should be used exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

• Wash your hands before using the eye drops

• Tilt your head back and gently pull down the lower eyelid to form a small pocket

• Instill the prescribed number of drops without touching the dropper tip to the eye or skin

• Close the eye gently for 1–2 minutes without blinking or rubbing

• Wipe away excess liquid if needed

• If using more than one eye drop, keep a gap of at least 5–10 minutes between each product

Use only for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop early or extend use without medical advice.

Dexamethasone + Tobramycin works by treating bacterial infection and reducing inflammation in the eye at the same time.

Tobramycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that binds to bacterial ribosomes and interferes with protein synthesis. This prevents bacteria from producing proteins needed for survival, helping stop bacterial growth and eliminate susceptible bacteria.

Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation by suppressing the release of inflammatory mediators such as prostaglandins and cytokines. It helps decrease redness, swelling, irritation, and inflammatory responses in the eye.

Together, these ingredients help control bacterial infection while reducing inflammation and discomfort associated with the condition.

• Always complete the full course of treatment exactly as prescribed by your doctor, even if your eye looks and feels better within a couple of days. Stopping an antibiotic early can allow the infection to return or promote bacterial resistance.

• Do not wear contact lenses while using Dexamethasone + Tobramycin or while you have an active eye infection. Lenses can trap bacteria against the cornea, and the preservative in the drop (benzalkonium chloride) can be absorbed by soft contacts, causing discoloration and local irritation.

• Expect your vision to blur for a minute or two immediately after putting the drops in. Sit quietly and avoid tracking moving objects until clarity returns.

• If your doctor extends your use of this medication beyond 10 days, ensure you attend all follow-up appointments to have your intraocular pressure (IOP) measured by an eye care specialist.

• Never share your eye drops with anyone else. Eye infections are highly contagious, and sharing bottles can transfer pathogens between individuals.

• Store the eye drops in a cool, dry place at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and heat.

• Do not use the drops beyond the expiry date or for longer than the period recommended after opening, as eye preparations can become contaminated over time.

• Keep it out of reach of children.

• General Diet (Safe): No specific foods or drinks are known to interact with this medicine due to its local action in the eye.

• Other Eye Medications (Caution): Wait at least 5–10 minutes between different eye drops to prevent dilution or washout of Dexamethasone + Tobramycin.

• Other Steroid or Antibiotic Eye Drops (Caution): Using multiple similar eye medicines together may increase side effects unless prescribed.

• Systemic Steroids or Antibiotics (Caution): Inform your doctor if you are taking steroid or antibiotic medicines by mouth or injection, as combined effects may need monitoring.

• Viral or Fungal Eye Infections (Unsafe): This medicine should not be used for viral or fungal eye infections, as the steroid may worsen these conditions.

• Glaucoma (Caution): The steroid component may increase eye pressure in some people, especially with prolonged use. Regular eye pressure monitoring may be needed.

• Family History of Glaucoma (Caution): Inform your doctor if there is a family history of glaucoma or similar eye conditions.

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed drop and continue with your regular schedule.

Do not apply a double dose to make up for a missed application, as over-instillation can increase localized toxicity or impact intraocular pressure.