Question 1

tobramycin ophthalmic solution eye drops, is it safe to use while breastfeeding? and also is it safe for ten month old baby to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and yes: it is a prescription medicine, so don't use it unless prescribed, best wishes

Question 2

in conjunctivitis: how long should antibiotic eye drops be paused before a conjunctival swab in order to get an accurate result? with me it was 36h - was that enough?

Accepted Answer

: Typically, the conjunctival swab is done first, then treatment is prescribed. If you were using antibiotic drops and finished the prescribed course, and your Dr wants to retest to see if there is any continued infection, it will depend on the antibiotic. Each antibiotic has a unique tissue duration (the time it takes to be undetectible in the ocular tissue) Check packaging materials.

Question 3

is it okay for me to take antibiotic eye drops if i have viral conjunctivitis?

Accepted Answer

They don't help: Antibiotics won't help if you have viral conjunctivitis.

Question 4

i tried to say i had a probe done & tear duct is not blocked.  it was suggested i try antibiotic for a mo. but i'm leary.  what else besides eye drops?

Accepted Answer

There are many eye: Drops, some are made for a certain type of tearing and dry eye problems. You need to get the type of eye drop that will treat your condition. Antibiotic drops are not the answer. Ultimately you should consider Restasis eye drops.

Question 5

my eyes are puffy itchy sting and sticky had these symptoms on and off for around a year i use antibiotic eye drops it clears up but return what is it?

Accepted Answer

Symtoms: Are more specific for allergies. ; puffiness and itching. Use or try allergy eye drops like zaditor (ketotifen) or alloway.

Question 6

i accidentally touched the tip of my antibiotic eye drops bottle to the corner of my eye. should i get a new bottle of eye drops? i have bacterial pink eye.

Accepted Answer

Conjunctivitis : The bottle has medication that treats the same infection that you have in the eye. You can wipe off the tip and continue to use the same bottle.

Question 7

is it possible for me to wear my contacts while using antibiotic eye drops?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: We always recommend that any patient with an active eye infect not wear any contact lenses while on rx.

Question 8

can i put antibiotic eye drops in my nose?

Accepted Answer

Yes: However it is not likely to do anything good for you.

Question 9

is it safe to use antibiotic eye drops if i think i have pink eye?

Accepted Answer

Have an exam: Probably not prudent to use old bottle of drops, or drops intended for another person, to treat what you may believe is "pinkeye".  Old bottles may be contaminated or expired. Some of the preparations have steroids in them, and you can cause some serious damage if you are potentially treating the wrong condition. Best to be examined by an eye md for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Question 10

what is the name of the antibiotic eye drops used to treat pink eye?

Accepted Answer

Multiple choices: Many topical antibiotics are used regularly, including: sulfacetamide sodium, gentamicin, tobramycin, erythromycin ointment, moxifloxacin, gatifloxacin, trimethoprim-sulfmethoxizole, and so on. Pink-eye may be bacterial, but also can be viral, allergic, or due to another cause. Only a qualified ophthalmologist can tell the right cause and appropriate treatment. See an eyeMD.

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Antibiotic eye drops okay during breastfeeding

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Tobramycin ophthalmic solution eye drops, is it safe to use while breastfeeding? and also is it safe for ten month old baby to use?

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In conjunctivitis: how long should antibiotic eye drops be paused before a conjunctival swab in order to get an accurate result? with me it was 36h - was that enough?

A member asked:

Is it okay for me to take antibiotic eye drops if i have viral conjunctivitis?

A member asked:

I tried to say i had a probe done & tear duct is not blocked. it was suggested i try antibiotic for a mo. but i'm leary. what else besides eye drops?

A member asked:

My eyes are puffy itchy sting and sticky had these symptoms on and off for around a year i use antibiotic eye drops it clears up but return what is it?

A member asked:

I accidentally touched the tip of my antibiotic eye drops bottle to the corner of my eye. should i get a new bottle of eye drops? i have bacterial pink eye.

A member asked:

Is it possible for me to wear my contacts while using antibiotic eye drops?

A member asked:

Can i put antibiotic eye drops in my nose?

A member asked:

Is it safe to use antibiotic eye drops if i think i have pink eye?

A member asked:

What is the name of the antibiotic eye drops used to treat pink eye?

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