Tobramycin (ophthalmic): study card

Tobramycin (ophthalmic) — Aminoglycoside antibiotic (ophthalmic). Study the mechanism, listed uses and warnings from the US label on one sourced card.

Generic name
Tobramycin (ophthalmic)
Class
Aminoglycoside antibiotic (ophthalmic)
Mechanism
The label describes antibacterial activity against susceptible organisms but does not state the molecular mechanism.
Used for
External infections of the eye and its adnexa caused by susceptible bacteria in patients aged 2 months and older
Common side effects
Lid itching and swelling; Conjunctival redness
Warnings
Topical ophthalmic use only; Aminoglycoside hypersensitivity

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Label date: 20260715 · For learning, not clinical decisions. US label and brand information; always consult the current source.

Source snapshot checked: 2026-10-21. The source document and selected fields were compared. The complete card has not had an independent clinical review.

Pronunciation

Tobramycin (ophthalmic): toe-bra-MYE-sin

Pronunciation is shown for the US English generic name.

Body system

Eye & ear · 19 Drug cards