About tobramycin
Inhaled aminoglycoside antibiotic
Used for
- Long-term treatment of Pseudomonas aeruginosa lung infection in cystic fibrosis.
Usual adult dose
Four capsules inhaled twice daily for 28 days, followed by 28 days off; repeat cycles.
Usual dose in children
For cystic fibrosis patients aged 6 years and older: same dose and cycling as adults.
Common side effects
- Cough
- Voice changes
- Breathing difficulty or wheezing
- Throat irritation
Important warnings
- Not for swallowing; capsules are inhaled using the supplied device.
- May cause bronchospasm or worsen breathing problems.
- May affect hearing, balance, or kidney function.
- Use caution with other medicines that can harm hearing or kidneys.
Pregnancy
Use during pregnancy only when clearly needed; human pregnancy data are limited.
Breastfeeding
Use with caution; limited information is available, and inhaled absorption is low.
Interactions
- Other medicines that can harm hearing or kidneys may increase toxicity risk.
- Loop diuretics may increase hearing-related toxicity risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.