Tobramycin/dexamethasone
Tobramycin/Dexamethasone
Tobramycin/Dexamethasone (pronunciation: toh-bra-MY-sin/dex-a-METH-a-sone) is a combination medication used in the treatment of eye infections. It contains two active ingredients: Tobramycin, an antibiotic, and Dexamethasone, a corticosteroid.
Etymology
The name "Tobramycin" is derived from the bacterium Streptomyces tenebrarius, from which it was first isolated. "Dexamethasone" is a synthetic member of the glucocorticoids class of hormones, its name is derived from its chemical structure: 9α-fluoro-16α-methylprednisolone.
Usage
Tobramycin/Dexamethasone is primarily used to treat bacterial eye infections. Tobramycin works by killing the bacteria causing the infection, while Dexamethasone helps to reduce inflammation and swelling.
Related Terms
- Antibiotic: A type of medication used to treat bacterial infections.
- Corticosteroid: A class of steroid hormones that are produced in the adrenal cortex of vertebrates.
- Eye Infections: Infections that affect the eye, often caused by bacteria or viruses.
- Inflammation: A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful, especially as a reaction to injury or infection.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Tobramycin/Dexamethasone include eye discomfort, itching, redness, and increased tear production. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tobramycin/dexamethasone
- Wikipedia's article - Tobramycin/dexamethasone
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