Tobi

( Tobramycin )

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Tobramycin

Drug Info for tobramycin

Kitabis Pak is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat a persistent lung infection with the bacteria pseudomonas aeruginosa in patients with cystic fibrosis. It is inhaled into the lungs using a nebulizer to stop the growth of the bacteria and improve breathing. Kitabis Pak is indicated for use by patients 6 years and above. This medication is available as a liquid.

  • Tobramycin
  • Bethkis
  • Kitabis Pak
  • Tobi
  • Tobi Podhaler
  • By breathing

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

You may need to use other medicines or receive treatment before this medicine. Carefully follow your doctor's instructions about how to use your medicines, because they work best when used in the right order. Tobramycin is usually used last.

This medicine is usually used for 28 days in a row, and then you stop using it for 28 days. This 28 days-on/28 days-off cycle may be repeated.

Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. You should receive an information sheet that will tell you how to take care of the equipment that you use with the medicine.

Inhalation solution (liquid): The medicine should look clear. Do not use it if the liquid is cloudy or you see particles in it. The color of the medicine might get darker if you store it at room temperature but you can still use the medicine if this happens.Inhalation routeYou will use this medicine with an inhaler device called a nebulizer. The nebulizer turns the medicine into a fine mist that you breathe in through your mouth and to your lungs. Your caregiver will show you how to use your nebulizer. Use only the nebulizer that your doctor prescribes.Do not mix other medicine with tobramycin unless your doctor tells you to.Set up your nebulizer by following the manufacturer's instructions.Stand or sit upright. Breathe in the medicine through the mouthpiece. This usually takes about 15 minutes. Do not inhale through your nose.Clean all the parts of the nebulizer after each use.

Inhalation capsule: Do not swallow the capsule.This medicine must be used with the Podhaler„¢ device. Use a new Podhaler„¢ every 7 days.Do not take a capsule out of the blister pack until you are ready to use it. Insert the capsule into the Podhaler„¢ as your health caregiver taught you to do.To inhale this medicine, breathe out fully, trying to get as much air out of the lungs as possible. Put the mouthpiece in your mouth with the device upright.Breathe in slowly and deeply. Hold your breath for about 5 seconds, and then breathe out slowly. Repeat this cycle.Check to see if the capsule is empty. Repeat the breathe in and breathe out cycle until the capsule is empty. If you were told to use more than one capsule, repeat this process.Wipe the mouthpiece with a clean, dry cloth. Keep the Podhaler„¢ dry at all times.

Take all of the medicine in your prescription to clear up your infection, even if you feel better after the first few doses.

Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If your next regular dose is in less than 6 hours, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule.

Inhalation capsules: Store at room temperature in a dry place, away from heat and direct light. Do not store the capsules inside the Podhaler„¢.

Inhalation solution: Store in the refrigerator. Do not use the medicine after the expiration date. You may also store it at room temperature for not more than 28 days. Throw any medicine that has been at room temperature for longer than 28 days. Store it in the foil pouch, away from heat or direct light.

This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to tobramycin or similar medicines, or if you are pregnant.

Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease or nerve or muscle problems (including myasthenia gravis, Parkinson disease).

This medicine may cause hearing or balance problems. Make sure your doctor knows if you already have trouble with hearing, balance, ringing in your ears, or dizziness.

Never swallow the capsule or liquid medicine. It works only if you breathe it into your lungs.

Talk to your doctor right away if any of your medicines do not seem to be working as well as usual. Do not change your dose or stop using your medicines without asking your doctor.

Some foods and medicines can affect how tobramycin works. Tell your doctor if you are using a diuretic (water pill, including ethacrynic acid, furosemide, mannitol, urea) or receiving another aminoglycoside antibiotic through a needle placed into your vein.

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding or if you have kidney problems. Also tell your doctor if you have myasthenia gravis, Parkinson disease, or a similar nerve or muscle problem.

This medicine may cause hearing or balance problems. Make sure your doctor knows if you already have trouble with hearing, balance, ringing in your ears, or dizziness.

Never swallow the capsule or liquid medicine. It works only if you breathe it into your lungs.

Talk to your doctor right away if any of your medicines do not seem to be working as well as usual. Do not change your dose or stop using your medicines without asking your doctor.

Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • Trouble hearing, ringing in your ears
  • Worsening muscle weakness
  • Worse trouble breathing, chest tightness or pain, cough
  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
  • Change in how much or how often you urinate
  • Feeling of constant movement, problems with balance, dizziness, clumsiness
  • Headache
  • Change in sense of taste
  • Hoarseness, voice changes, sore throat
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