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Chloromycetin (Chloramphenicol) is an amphenicol-class antibacterial used to treat Bacteroides Infections, Haemophilus Infections, Meningococcal Meningitis, Otitis Externa.

Chloramphenicol · by Parke Davis

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Key facts

Active ingredient
Chloramphenicol
Form
Injectable, Topical, Drops
Strength
Chloramphenicol 250MG/ML
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
May treat
bacteroides infections, haemophilus infections, meningococcal meningitis
Manufacturer
Parke Davis
FDA application
NDA050153
Availability
Discontinued (per FDA)

Drug class

May treat (source: NIH RxClass)

Dosage forms

Injectable, Topical and Drops

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Chloromycetin treat?
Chloromycetin (Chloramphenicol) may be used to treat bacteroides infections, haemophilus infections, meningococcal meningitis, otitis externa, rickettsia infections, salmonella infections, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
Is there a coupon or discount for Chloromycetin?
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Who makes Chloromycetin?
Chloromycetin is marketed by Parke Davis. You can see Parke Davis's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Chloromycetin a brand-name or generic drug?
Chloromycetin is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Chloramphenicol.
Is Chloromycetin available over the counter?
No. Chloromycetin is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
What forms does Chloromycetin come in?
Chloromycetin is currently marketed as injectable, topical and drops, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
What class of drug is Chloromycetin?
Chloromycetin is classified as amphenicol-class antibacterial, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
Is Chloromycetin FDA-registered?
Chloromycetin is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA050153. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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