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What Causes Tinnitus And Involuntary Eye Movements?
If a patient is receiving Tobramycing , 80mg, Iv every 8 hrs, and he speaks loudly, complaining that his ears are ringing, He displays an ataxic gait, and he has involuntary movements of his eyes. Should I stop it right away, and then call the physician, or should I call the physician first and wait for orders. Im an RN.
Fri, 6 Apr 2018
Hello,
Tobramycin is an Aminoglycoside antibiotic, which causes ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity. As you have started ototoxicity, you should consult right away.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhadresh Lakhani
Tobramycin is an Aminoglycoside antibiotic, which causes ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity. As you have started ototoxicity, you should consult right away.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhadresh Lakhani
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