name: | Tobramycin |
ATC code: | S01AA12 | route: | intravenous |
n-compartments | 2 |
Tobramycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic primarily used to treat serious bacterial infections caused by Gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It is commonly used in ophthalmic formulations and is approved for both systemic and topical use.
Pharmacokinetics in healthy adult volunteers after intravenous administration.
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