What infections does chloramphenicol treat?

Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic. It’s mainly used to treat eye infections (such as conjunctivitis) and sometimes ear infections. Chloramphenicol comes as eye drops or eye ointment. These are available on prescription or to buy from pharmacies.

What is chloramphenicol used to treat?

Chloramphenicol is used to treat serious infections in different parts of the body. It is sometimes given with other antibiotics. However, chloramphenicol should not be used for colds, flu, other virus infections, sore throats or other minor infections, or to prevent infections.

What are the side effects of chloramphenicol?

Common side effects of chloramphenicol include:

not enough red blood cells produced (aplastic anemia)
bone marrow suppression.
diarrhea.
inflammation of the small intestine and the colon (enterocolitis)
accumulation of chloramphenicol especially in newborns (gray syndrome)
headache.
nausea.
nightmares.

Can chloramphenicol make eye worse?

Temporary blurred vision, burning, stinging, or redness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Can babies use Chloramex ophthalmic ointment?

You can use Chloramex eye ointment for your baby’s eye infection. The ointment has to be applied three to four times a day until the infection has completely cleared up.

Can Chloramex be used in the mouth?

CHLORAMEX OPHTHALMIC OINTMENT must not be taken by mouth. If you accidentally swallow any of the ointment, you should contact your doctor.

What is carboxymethylcellulose eye drops used for?

Generic Name: carboxymethylcellulose sodium This medication is used to relieve dry, irritated eyes. Common causes for dry eyes include wind, sun, heating/air conditioning, computer use/reading, and certain medications.

Is ampicillin an aminoglycoside?

In the past, the aminoglycosides have been used in conjunction with beta-lactam antibiotics in streptococcal infections for their synergistic effects, in particular in endocarditis. One of the most frequent combinations is ampicillin (a beta-lactam, or penicillin-related antibiotic) and gentamicin.

What is GREY syndrome?

The gray baby syndrome is a type of circulatory collapse that can occur in premature and newborn infants and is associated with excessively high serum levels of chloramphenicol. 425. It is characterized by an ashen-gray color, abdominal distention, vomiting, flaccidity, cyanosis, circulatory collapse, and death.

Why do they put gel on newborns eyes?

Antibiotic eye drops or ointment are placed in a newborn’s eyes after birth. This is to protect babies from getting bacterial eye infections that can occur during birth. Untreated, these infections can cause serious problems including blindness. The antibiotic erythromycin is used most often.