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Tocin Benefits & Uses

Tocin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Tocin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Eyelid Inflammation Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Eyelid Inflammation Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Eyelid Inflammation Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Eyelid Inflammation Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Eyelid Inflammation Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 2 months old can take

Tocin Related Warnings

Is the use of Tocin safe for pregnant women?

Tocin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Tocin safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Tocin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tocin on the Kidneys?

Tocin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tocin on the Liver?

Tocin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Tocin on the Heart?

You can take Tocin without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tocin with Other Drugs

Tocin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Acyclovir

Amphotericin B

Moderate

Aprotinin

Beclometasone

Bleomycin

Tocin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tocin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Parkinson's Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Tocin

Is this Tocin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Tocin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Tocin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Tocin only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Tocin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Tocin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tocin

You can take Tocin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tocin

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tocin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Tocin

Question over 5 years ago

Is Tocin safe to use?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tocin is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as decreased urination, itching, irritation, and hearing loss. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Tocin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Tocin is the brand name of tobramycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is used for treating bacterial infections of skin and eye. It is also used to treat hepatic encephalopathy.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Tocin work?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Tocin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. Hence in this way, Tocin prevents us from bacterial infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Tocin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Tocin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Tocin cause dermatitis?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tocin has been reported to cause dermatitis. If you are experiencing dermatitis after taking or using this drug, then consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.