CHLOROMYCETIN vs SODIUM SUCCINATE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CHLOROMYCETIN and SODIUM SUCCINATE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

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

chloromycetin sodium succinate

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

CHLORAMPHENICOL

SODIUM SUCCINATE

Manufacturer

Parke Davis

Elkins Sinn

Dosage forms

Injectable, Topical, Drops

Injectable

Drug class

Amphenicol-Class Antibacterial

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Bacteroides Infections, Haemophilus Infections, Meningococcal Meningitis

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Chloromycetin and Sodium Succinate?

Chloromycetin contains Chloramphenicol, while Sodium Succinate contains Sodium Succinate — they have different active ingredients.

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.