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Tobrex

Tobrex Side Effects

Aileen Chu, PharmD, BCPSKristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Reviewed by Aileen Chu, PharmD, BCPS, Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Last reviewed on July 31, 2023

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

See Risks and Warnings.

Less Common Side Effects

  • Eyelid itching
  • Eyelid swelling
  • Eye redness

Tobrex serious side effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

  • Severe allergic reaction: rash, swelling of the face or throat, trouble breathing
When do Tobrex possible side effects begin and end?
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Eyelid itching
Eyelid swelling
Eyelid redness
Severe allergic reaction
Seek immediate medical care if you experience this side effect.

Source: DailyMed

The following Tobrex side effects have also been reported

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

Itching, redness, swelling, or other sign of eye or eyelid irritation not present before use of this medicine

Symptoms of overdose

Increased watering of the eyes

itching, redness, or swelling of the eyes or eyelids

painful irritation of the clear front part of the eye

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Less common

Burning or stinging of the eyes

Eye ointments usually cause your vision to blur for a few minutes after application.

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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