A 43-year-old member asked:
Is tobramycin ophthalmic solution safe for humans?
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Dr. George Yang answered
26 years experience in Ophthalmology
Yes, but do not use: It is the other way around. The tobramycin eye drop is fda approved for humans, and is being used for by your vet for your cat. However, just as you should not share antibiotics between family members, you should not use the tobramycin unless it is prescribed to you by your eye md.
Answered on Sep 14, 2013
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It should be fine.: Take care!
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