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Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone
INFORMATION ABOUT CHLORAMPHENICOL + HYDROCORTISONE
Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone Uses
Chloramphenicol+Hydrocortisone is used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections.
How Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone works
Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone is a combination of two medicines: Chloramphenicol and Hydrocortisone. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Hydrocortisone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness, swelling and itching after an allergy or infection.
Common side effects of Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Eye discomfort, Eye irritation, Burning sensation in eye
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
18 Feb 2020 | 11:53 AM (UTC)
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Frequently asked questions for Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone
Usually, Chloramphenicol+Hydrocortisone starts working soon after using it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
No, do not stop using Chloramphenicol+Hydrocortisone and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.