Product introduction
Toba F is a prescription eye drop that combines an antibiotic, tobramycin, with a mild steroid, fluorometholone. It is meant for eye infections where inflammation, redness and swelling are also present. It is supplied as a 5 ml bottle.
Storage: Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight.
Uses of Toba F Eye Drop
- Bacterial eye infections.
- Conjunctivitis (pink eye).
- Eye inflammation with infection.
Benefits of Toba F Eye Drop
The antibiotic part clears the bacteria behind the infection while the steroid part calms redness, swelling and itching. Using both in one bottle means a single product can tackle the infection and the discomfort it causes together.
Side effects of Toba F Eye Drop
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Burning or stinging in the eye.
- Eye irritation.
- Itching.
- Redness at the application site.
- Blurred vision.
How to use Toba F Eye Drop
Use only as prescribed. Wash your hands, tilt your head back, pull the lower eyelid down and put the advised number of drops into the pocket, taking care not to touch the bottle tip to the eye. Close your eye for a minute and press lightly at the inner corner. Complete the full course your doctor has given even if the eye looks better, and do not share the bottle.
How Toba F Eye Drop works
Tobramycin is an antibiotic that stops bacteria from making the proteins they need, which halts their growth and helps the infection clear. Fluorometholone is a corticosteroid that reduces the chemical signals responsible for redness, swelling and itching in the eye.
Substitutes for Toba F Eye Drop
These medicines have the same composition (Tobramycin + 1 more) and can generally be used as alternatives. Always confirm with your doctor or our pharmacist before switching.
Safety advice
No interaction with alcohol is known for this eye drop.
Its safety in pregnancy is not established, so use it only if your doctor judges the benefit worth the risk.
Information on use while breastfeeding is limited, so check with your doctor first.
It may cause temporary blurring of vision, so avoid driving or machinery until your sight is clear.
No interaction with kidney disease has been reported for this eye drop.
No interaction with liver disease has been reported for this eye drop.
Quick tips
- Complete the course exactly as your doctor has prescribed.
- Do not touch the dropper tip to your eye or fingers.
- Avoid wearing contact lenses while you have an eye infection unless your doctor says otherwise.
- Do not drive until any blurring of vision has cleared.
- Do not use steroid eye drops for longer than advised, and report pain or vision changes to your doctor.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS |
| Action class | Eye-Ear Anti-infectives Corticosteroid Combinations |
Frequently asked questions
What is Toba F eye drop used for?
It is used for bacterial eye infections such as conjunctivitis, especially where there is inflammation as well.
Why does it contain a steroid?
The steroid, fluorometholone, reduces redness, swelling and itching while the antibiotic treats the infection.
Can I use it without a prescription?
No. It contains an antibiotic and a steroid and should be used only on a doctor's advice.
Will it blur my vision?
It can cause temporary blurring, so wait until your vision is clear before driving.