Prescription
Antibiotic
Chloramphenicol
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Chloramphenicol is a strong antibiotic that works by stopping bacteria from growing and multiplying in your body. It is one of the older antibiotics and is commonly used in Nigeria for serious infections, especially in eye drops, ear drops, and capsule forms.
What is it used for?
Typhoid feverserious bacterial infectionseye infections (apollo/conjunctivitis)ear infectionsskin infections
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.
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