Chloramphenicol

Kathryn Dzintars, Pharm.D., BCPS

INDICATIONS

FDA

Chloramphenicol injectable has been discontinued for use in the U.S.

  • Note: for use only in those serious infections for which less potentially dangerous drugs are ineffective or contraindicated.
  • Acute infections caused by Salmonella typhi
  • Serious infections caused by Salmonella species, H. influenzae, especially meningeal infections, Rickettsia, Lymphogranuloma-psittacosis Chlamydia group, various Gram-negative bacteria causing bacteremia and meningitis.
  • Part of a cystic fibrosis regimen when other agents are ineffective or contraindicated.
  • Ocular infections (ophthalmic drops and ointments)

NON-FDA APPROVED USES

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Last updated: May 10, 2025