Chlorsig TM
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Active ingredients: chloramphenicol
Brand name
(ARTG)
: CHLORSIG chloramphenicol 5 mg/mL eye drop bottleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATIONS AS AT 29 January 2001: For the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis and other superficial ocular infections caused by chloramphenicol-sensitive organisms.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Eye Drops
- Ophthalmic
- Clear slightly viscous colourless liquid
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 1 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 10mL pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on May, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
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
