Dog · Canis lupus familiaris · typical adult weight 2.00–80.00 kg
Tobramycin Ophthalmic is used in dog for Pseudomonas keratitis. Routes documented in dog: Ophthalmic. A typical adult dog weighs 2.00–80.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Tobramycin Ophthalmic in dog, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Tobrex
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmic | 0 mg/kg | q4-8h (q1-2h for severe) | 7-14 days | Pseudomonas keratitis | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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Aminoglycoside binding 30S ribosomal subunit. Bactericidal against gram-negatives including Pseudomonas. Important for corneal ulcers.
Less corneal epithelial toxicity than gentamicin with prolonged use. Good Pseudomonas coverage. Can fortify (prepare higher concentration) for severe infections.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for dog may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Why a species-specific page? Tobramycin Ophthalmic pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in dog — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.