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Tobramycin

Also known as: Bethkis, Kitabis, Tobi, Tobradex +2 more

Aminoglycoside Antibacterial

Route: Oral, Respiratory (Inhalation)

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16 interactions on record⛔ Black Box Warning

Tobramycin has 16 known drug interactions based on U.S. FDA drug labeling data. Of these, 6 are contraindicated combinations that should be avoided entirely. 3 are classified as major interactions requiring close medical supervision. Notable interactions include combinations with Cidofovir, Cidofovir Anhydrous, Ethacrynic Acid. Patients taking Tobramycin should inform their healthcare provider of all current medications — including over-the-counter drugs and supplements — to avoid potentially harmful combinations. Data sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.

Total
16
Contraindicated
6
Major
3
Moderate
1

Contraindicated (6)

  • Tobramycin + Cidofovir— Nephrotoxic agents Concomitant administration of cidofovir injection and agents with nephrotoxic potential [e.g., intrav…
  • Tobramycin + Cidofovir Anhydrous— Nephrotoxic Agents Concomitant administration of cidofovir injection and agents with nephrotoxic potential [e.g., intrav…
  • Tobramycin + Ethacrynic Acid— Concomitant administration not recommended due to possible enhancement of aminoglycoside toxicity by altering serum and …
  • Tobramycin + Furosemide— Concomitant administration not recommended due to possible enhancement of aminoglycoside toxicity by altering serum and …
  • Tobramycin + Mannitol— Intravenous mannitol not recommended due to possible enhancement of aminoglycoside toxicity by altering serum and tissue…
  • Tobramycin + Urea— Concomitant administration not recommended due to possible enhancement of aminoglycoside toxicity by altering serum and …

Major (3)

Moderate (1)

  • Tobramycin + Cyclosporine— May potentiate renal dysfunction when used concomitantly with cyclosporine. Close monitoring of renal function required.

Data sourced from U.S. FDA drug labeling via openFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine, supplemented with a small number of well-established interactions from curated clinical references. For informational purposes only. Always consult your pharmacist or physician.

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