Chloromycetin Succinate TM
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Active ingredients: chloramphenicol
Pack: Chloromycetin Succinate 1 g powder for injection, 1 vial
Brand name
(ARTG)
: CHLOROMYCETIN SUCCINATE chloramphenicol 1.0g (as sodium succinate) powder for injection vialConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Chloromycetin Succinate is specifically indicated for bacterial meningitis, typhoid fever, rickettsial infections, intra ocular infections, other serious infections where bacteriological evidence or clinical judgement indicates that chloramphenicol is appropriate antibiotic.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intravenous
- White to yellowish white cake
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1g pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient chloramphenicol
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
