Chloramphenicol - klor-am-FEN-i-kole is using in the treat of infections causing by bacteria. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.
Chloramphenicol is using to treat serious infections in various parts of the body. It is sometimes given with other antibiotics. However, chloramphenicol must not be using for colds, flu, other virus infections, sore throats or other minor infections, or to prevent infections.
Chloramphenicol must only be using for serious infections in which other medication do not work. This drug may cause some serious side effects, including blood problems and eye problems. Symptoms of the blood problems include pale skin, sore throat and fever, unusual bleeding or bruising and unusual tiredness or weakness You and your family doctor must talk about the good this drug will do as well as the chance of taking it .
Chloramphenicol is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
In Canada
Generic name product may be available in the USA