Tobramycin (WKT) TM
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Active ingredients: tobramycin
Pack: Tobramycin (WKT) 300 mg/5 mL inhalation solution, 56 x 5 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: TOBRAMYCIN WKT tobramycin 300mg/5mL solution for inhalation ampoulesDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
TOBRAMYCIN WKT solution is indicated for the management of cystic fibrosis patients with P. aeruginosa infections.,Safety and efficacy have not been demonstrated in patients under the age of 6 years, patients with FEV1 less than or equal to 25 percent or more than or equal to 80 percent predicted at screening, or patients colonized with Burkholderia cepacia (see CLINICAL TRIALS).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Inhalation, conventional
- Inhalation
- Clear, slightly yellow solution.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient tobramycin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
