Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Tobramycin?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-bloody or watery diarrhea
-breathing problems
-decreased hearing or ringing of the ears
-dizziness
-feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
-fever
-loss of balance or coordination
-pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet
-rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes
-redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-seizures
-signs and symptoms of kidney injury like trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-diarrhea
-headache
-nausea, vomiting
-pain, redness, or irritation at site where injected

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Tobramycin. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Source: FDA