Chloramphenicol (Otic)

Brand Names : Chloromycetin

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Rare - may also occur weeks or months after you stop using this medicine

Bluish tone to the skin; changes in blood pressure or heart rate; eating problems; irregular breathing; pale skin; passage of loose green stools; sore throat and fever; stomach bloating with or without vomiting; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

Blindness or changes in vision; burning, itching, redness, skin rash, swelling, or other sign of irritation not present before use of this medicine; diarrhea; fever; hallucinations; headache; mental confusion; mild depression; nausea; stomach pain; swollen mouth and tongue; unpleasant taste; vomiting

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.