CHLOROMYCETIN vs CHLOROPTIC

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	CHLOROMYCETIN	CHLOROPTIC
Rating	New	72/100
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CHLORAMPHENICOL	CHLORAMPHENICOL
Manufacturer	Parke Davis	Allergan
Dosage forms	Injectable, Topical, Drops	Drops
Drug class	Amphenicol-Class Antibacterial	Amphenicol-Class Antibacterial
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Bacteroides Infections, Haemophilus Infections, Meningococcal Meningitis	Bacteroides Infections, Haemophilus Infections, Meningococcal Meningitis

chloromycetin chloroptic

Rating

New

72/100

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

CHLORAMPHENICOL

Manufacturer

Parke Davis

Allergan

Dosage forms

Injectable, Topical, Drops

Drops

Drug class

Amphenicol-Class Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Bacteroides Infections, Haemophilus Infections, Meningococcal Meningitis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Chloromycetin and Chloroptic?

Both Chloromycetin and Chloroptic share the active ingredient Chloramphenicol.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.