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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.
posted on Sat, 10 Feb 2018
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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
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What Causes Tinnitus And Involuntary Eye Movements?

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