Saptob-F Eye Drop
Manufacturer
Sapient Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Tobramycin (0.3% w/v) + Fluorometholone (1% w/v)
Key Information
Short Description
Saptob-F Eye Drop is a medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections, killing and preventing the growth of infection-causing bacteria, relieving symptoms and speeding up the healing process.
Dosage Form
Eye Drop
Introduction
Saptob-F Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor or as instructed in the label. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Complete your dose even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may bring back the infection. Use of this medicine may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water. Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.
Directions for Use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
How it works
Saptob-F Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Tobramycin and Fluorometholone. Tobramycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth in the eye by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Fluorometholone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the eye red, swollen, and itchy.
Frequently asked questions
How to use Saptob-F Eye Drop?
Before using Saptob-F Eye Drop, wash your hands thoroughly. Do not touch the tip of a dropper and remove contact lenses if you wear them before applying the medication. Tilt your head back, look up, and pull down your lower eyelid to form a pouch. Insert one drop of the medicine into this pouch.
Can I stop using Saptob-F Eye Drop when my symptoms are relieved?
No, you should not stop using Saptob-F Eye Drop until your doctor instructs you to do so. Although your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared, completing the full course of treatment ensures a complete resolution.
Can the use of Saptob-F Eye Drop cause blurry vision?
While using Saptob-F Eye Drop, you may experience temporary blurriness. Avoid driving or operating machinery for some time after applying it.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Saptob-F Eye Drop?
Store Saptob-F Eye Drop in its original container, tightly closed. Follow the instructions on the label or packaging for storage recommendations. If any medicine remains unused after completion of treatment, dispose of it responsibly. Ensure that children, pets, and other individuals do not access this medication.
