For treating bacterial infection.
Brand Name(s): Tobi
Generic Name: Tobramycin
Instructions
The capsule needs to be placed into your inhaler before each use. Please follow the instructions for your inhaler carefully. Do not swallow the capsule.
Keep this medicine at room temperature. Protect from moisture and high humidity.
The capsule is for inhalation only. Do not swallow the capsule.
Ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist to show you how to use this medicine correctly.
Keep the medicine in the foil pouch until you are ready to use it.
If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is less than 6 hours to the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Return to your normal dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses of this medicine at one time.
Keep using this medicine for the full number of days that it is prescribed. Do not stop the medicine even if you start to feel better.
Throw away the old inhaler device and use the new one that comes with each refill.
Drug interactions can change how medicines work or increase risk for side effects. Tell your health care providers about all medicines taken. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or stopping any medicine.
Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.
Keep all appointments for medical exams and tests while on this medicine.
Do not take the medicine more than twice during 24 hours.
Cautions
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.
Some patients taking this medicine have experienced serious side effects. Please speak with your doctor to understand the risks and benefits associated with this medicine.
Do not use the medication any more than instructed.
During pregnancy, this medicine should be used only when clearly needed. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits.
It is unknown if this medicine passes into breast milk. Ask your doctor before breastfeeding.
If this medicine causes more wheezing or makes it harder to breathe, stop the medicine. Get medical help right away.
Tell your doctor if you have severe or persistent sweating, diarrhea or vomiting. These can increase your risk of a serious side effect.
Side Effects
The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.
- coughing
- dry mouth
- hoarseness or throat irritation
- difficulty speaking
- changes in taste or unpleasant taste
- change in sound of voice
Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:
- chest pain
- cough up blood
- dizziness
- fainting
- fever
- hearing changes or loss of hearing
- signs of kidney damage (such as change in urine color or bubbly urine)
- temporary ringing in the ears
- shortness of breath
- difficulty or discomfort urinating
- wheezing or difficulty breathing
- worsening breathing symptoms
A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.
Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This document tells you briefly how to take your medicine, but it does not tell you all there is to know about it. Your doctor or pharmacist may give you other documents about your medicine. Please talk to them if you have any questions. Always follow their advice.
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