Generic name:tobramycin (inhalation) [ toe-bra-MY-sin ]
Brand names: Bethkis, Kitabis Pak, Tobi, Tobi Podhaler
Drug classes:Aminoglycosides, Inhaled anti-infectives
What is Tobi?
Tobi is an antibiotic that is inhaled into the lungs using a nebulizer. This medicine inhalation is used to treat lung infections in patients with cystic fibrosis.
Tobi is for use in adults and children who are at least 6 years old.
Tobi may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Tobi if you are allergic to Tobi or similar antibiotics (amikacin, gentamicin, kanamycin, neomycin, paromomycin, streptomycin).
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
hearing problems;
breathing problems (cough, wheezing, chest tightness);
dizzy spells;
a neuromuscular disease such as myasthenia gravis or Parkinson's disease; or
kidney disease.
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