chloramphenicol (Otic route)Pronunciation Commonly used brand
name(s) Available Dosage Forms: Therapeutic Class: Antibacterial
Chemical Class: Chloramphenicol (class) Uses For chloramphenicol
Chloramphenicol belongs to the family of medicines called
antibiotics. Chloramphenicol otic drops are used to treat
infections of the ear canal. chloramphenicol may be used alone
or with other medicines that are taken by mouth for ear canal
infections. Chloramphenicol is available only with your doctor's
prescription. Before Using chloramphenicol In deciding to use a
medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed
against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your
doctor will make. For chloramphenicol, the following should be
considered: Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or
allergic reaction to chloramphenicol or any other medicines.
Also tell your health care professional if you have any other
types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or
animals. For non-prescription