Drug interactions
Contrast media + Dexamethasone-tobramycin
Severity: Minor
Contrast media and Dexamethasone-tobramycin: minor interaction.
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Summary
Iodinated contrast can cause kidney injury, and aminoglycosides are nephrotoxic and ototoxic. With ophthalmic tobramycin systemic absorption is minimal, so the risk is low, but it could matter if systemic tobramycin is given.
What this interaction means in plain words
Contrast media and Dexamethasone-tobramycin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Additive nephrotoxicity from contrast-induced tubular injury and aminoglycoside tubular accumulation.
What to do
No action is generally needed for topical use. If systemic tobramycin is used, ensure hydration and monitor serum creatinine and tobramycin levels around contrast exposure.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Contrast media with Dexamethasone-tobramycin?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Contrast media and Dexamethasone-tobramycin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Iodinated contrast can cause kidney injury, and aminoglycosides are nephrotoxic and ototoxic. With ophthalmic tobramycin systemic absorption is minimal, so the risk is low, but it could matter if systemic tobramycin is given.
How serious is the interaction between Contrast media and Dexamethasone-tobramycin?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No action is generally needed for topical use. If systemic tobramycin is used, ensure hydration and monitor serum creatinine and tobramycin levels around contrast exposure.
What other medicines interact with Dexamethasone-tobramycin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Dexamethasone-tobramycin with, for example, Capreomycin, Carboplatin, Ciprofloxacin. The full list is on the Dexamethasone-tobramycin page.
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