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Compare Tobrex vs. Ocuflox

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Key takeaways

Tobrex (tobramycin) and Ocuflox (ofloxacin) are both antibiotics used to treat bacterial eye infections, but they belong to different classes of antibiotics. Tobrex is an aminoglycoside antibiotic, while Ocuflox is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Tobrex is available as both eye drops and eye ointment, whereas Ocuflox is only available as eye drops. Tobrex can be used for people as young as 2 months old, while Ocuflox is approved for use in people ages 1 year and older. Tobrex treats various bacterial eye and eyelid infections, while Ocuflox specifically treats bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye) and corneal ulcers. Common side effects of Tobrex include eyelid itching, swelling, and eye redness, whereas Ocuflox can cause a temporary burning sensation or discomfort in the eye. Both medications are available in generic forms and require multiple doses per day, but Ocuflox has a more complex dosing schedule, especially for corneal ulcers.

  • Tobramycin (Tobrex)
    Ofloxacin (Ocuflox)
  • Tobramycin (Tobrex)
    Ofloxacin (Ocuflox)

  • Summary of Tobrex vs. Ocuflox

    Summary for Aminoglycoside antibiotic
    Prescription only

    Tobramycin (Tobrex) is an antibiotic that's used to treat different types of bacterial eye infections. It can be used for people ages 2 months and older. Tobramycin (Tobrex) comes as an ophthalmic solution (eye drops) and eye ointment that are used multiple times per day. It's available in both brand-name and generic versions. The most common side effects include eyelid itching, eyelid swelling, and eye redness. Like with all antibiotics, you shouldn't stop treatment too early because your infection could come back or get harder to treat.

    Summary for Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
    Prescription only

    Ofloxacin (Ocuflox) is an eye drop medication that's approved for use in people ages 1 year and older. It's a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that treats conjunctivitis (pink eye) and corneal ulcers caused by bacterial infections. Ofloxacin (Ocuflox) is typically used multiple times per day, depending on the reason you need the eye drops and what day of treatment you're on. Side effects aren't common but can include a temporary burning sensation or discomfort in the eye.

  • Indications of Tobrex vs. Ocuflox

    Indications for
    •Bacterial infections of the eye or eyelid
    Indications for
    •Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye)
    •Corneal ulcer (keratitis) that's caused by a bacterial infection

  • Pros and Cons of Tobrex vs. Ocuflox

    Pros and Const for Aminoglycoside antibiotic
    Pros
    •Treats various bacterial eye and eyelid infections
    •Ointment form requires fewer doses per day than most alternatives
    •Eye drop form is available as a lower-cost generic
    Cons
    •Can cause temporary eye irritation
    •Might require more frequent dosing throughout the day for severe infections
    •Ointment form tends to be messy and harder to put in the eye
    Pros and Const for Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
    Pros
    •Directly treats where the bacterial infection is (in the eye)
    •Lower risk of corneal deposits than ciprofloxacin eye drops (Ciloxan)
    •Available as a lower-cost generic
    Cons
    •Must follow specific instructions and use multiple times a day
    •Can take days before you get symptom relief
    •Need to wake up in the middle of the night to use the eye drops for the first 2 days of treatment for corneal ulcers

  • Common Side Effects of Tobrex vs. Ocuflox

    Common Side Effects for

    See Risks and Warnings.

    Common Side Effects for
    •Temporary burning sensation in the eye
    •Temporary eye discomfort

  • Warnings of Tobrex vs. Ocuflox

    Common Side Effects for
    •New infection
    •Allergic reaction
    •Avoid contact lenses
    •Slower healing (for eye ointment only)
    •Risk of contamination (spreading germs)
    Common Side Effects for
    •For use in the eye only
    •Risk of developing new infection
    •Damage to contact lenses (when used in the eye)
    •Severe allergic reactions

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