Nebcin

What is it?

An aininoglycoside, available as a solution in vials in 3 strengths containing 20, 40 or 80mg of tobramyein sulphate.

Medical Uses

Infections of gastrointestinal and respiratory tract, skin and soft tissue, central nervous system, urinary tract; septicaemia.

Dosage

Adults, 3 to 5mg per kg of body weight each day by intramuscular or intravenous injection or intravenous infusion in 3 or 4 divided doses. Children: 6 to 7.5mg per kg of bodyweight each day in divided doses; babies up to 1 month, 4mg per kg of body weight each day in 2 doses.

Special Care

Kidney damage; control dosage and blood levels.

Avoid Use

Pregnancy, breastfeeding.

Possible Drug and Food Interactions

Loop diuretics, otheraminoglycosides, neuromuscularblocking agents.

Known Side Effects

Anaphylaxis, ototoxicity (affecting hearing and balance), nephrotoxicity (affecting kidneys), raised liver enzymes.

Manufacturer

King.