Introduction
Brand name: Tobafine
Manufacturer: Astemax Biotech Pvt. Ltd.
Product: Tobramycin 0.3% ophthalmic solution USP (usually 5 ml bottle)
Tobafine is a sterile aminoglycoside antibiotic eye drop containing tobramycin 0.3% (3 mg/mL), formulated as an ophthalmic solution complying with USP standards. It is indicated for the treatment of superficial bacterial infections of the eye, including:
Bacterial conjunctivitis
Blepharitis and blepharo‑conjunctivitis
Corneal‑surface infections and external‑eye infections caused by tobramycin‑susceptible organisms (e.g., many Staphylococcus and Pseudomonas species).
Key features
Broad‑spectrum Gram‑negative coverage, with good activity against many Pseudomonas, Enterobacteriaceae, and Staphylococcus strains.
Concentration: 0.3% w/v solution suitable for topical instillation in both adults and children, as per local ophthalmic guidelines.
Typically supplied in 5 ml sterile multi‑dose bottles with a dropper tip for easy, clinic‑friendly administration.
Typical use and precautions
Usual ophthalmic dose: 1 drop in the affected eye(s) every 4–6 hours during the acute phase, tapering as improvement occurs and as directed by an ophthalmologist.
