Torasyn Ointment (Tobramycin)

Adult use

In cases of mild to moderate infection, apply about 1 cm to the infected area 2-3 times a day. In cases of severe infection, apply 1 cm to the infected area every 3-4 hours until symptoms improve, then gradually reduce cessation. Adjust according to age and symptoms.

This medication is an aminoglycoside antibiotic ointment used around the eyes. Do not use if you have had allergic reactions to this medication or to similar drugs, or to bacitracin. During use, itching or swelling, redness, symptoms of conjunctivitis on the eyelids, or a temporary sensation of heat or discomfort in the eyes may occur; discontinue use immediately if these symptoms appear. Occasionally, irritation or pain may occur, and there may be skin rashes or urticaria; in severe cases, systemic allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis may occur, so caution is necessary. Long-term or repeated use of this drug may lead to the development of resistant bacteria, so it is advisable to use it only for the minimum necessary duration after confirming the sensitivity to the infectious bacteria. It is safe to conduct skin reaction tests to confirm for allergies before using the medication. Patients who have received systemic aminoglycoside antibiotics may be at risk of toxicity such as neurotoxicity or nephrotoxicity, so blood concentration should be monitored periodically when using this medication together. During treatment, it is advisable to avoid wearing contact lenses to prevent the spread of infection. Excessive growth of non-susceptible bacteria may occur with long-term use; in such cases, medication use should be discontinued and appropriate treatment should be sought. Healing of corneal wounds may be delayed, so caution is warranted if there is eye damage. Patients with neuromuscular diseases such as myasthenia gravis or Parkinson's disease should use this medication cautiously as it may affect neuromuscular function. This medication may affect blood coagulation function when used with anticoagulants; therefore, patients on anticoagulants should periodically check coagulation indicators and adjust doses as necessary. During pregnancy, it should only be used if necessary, and for nursing mothers, it may harm the baby, so nursing should be discontinued or used with caution after consulting a doctor. Overdose may lead to inflammation, swelling, itching in the eyes, and blood drug levels should be managed, and dialysis may be necessary if required. Do not inject directly into the eyes and take care to prevent contamination by ensuring the tip of the tube does not touch the surface of the eye. Some bacteria in the country have shown resistance to this medication, so the possibility of resistant bacteria should always be considered during treatment.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• anaphylaxis
• anaphylactoid reactions
• blisters
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• erythema multiforme

Mild side effects

• Itching and swelling of the eyelids
• redness
• erythematous conjunctivitis
• temporary burning sensation in the eye
• irritation pain
• sensation of irritation
• punctate keratitis
• erythema
• increased tear production
• itching of the eyelids

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to maintain storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

White or light yellow ointment

Package unit

Domestic use - 5 grams/tube