Chloramphenicol
Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for Eye & Ear Care treatment.
🧴 Clinical Application
Tilt head sideways and instill 4 to 5 drops into the affected ear canal. Retain drops for 5 to 10 minutes using a small cotton ball plugged gently at the ear meatus. Repeat twice daily for 2 to 3 days prior to ear irrigation or syringing by a physician.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common: Local transient tingling, mild warmth, ear fullness. Rare/Severe: Ear canal irritation and allergic contact dermatitis.
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Contraindicated in perforated tympanic membrane, acute otitis media, or active ear drainage. Do not use cotton swabs (Q-tips) deep inside the ear canal, as they push softened wax deeper against the eardrum.
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Chloramphenicol
Found 5 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Polymyxin B Sulphate 5000IU + Chloramphenicol 4mg + Dexamethasone 1mg Eye/Ear Drops
Ceruminolytic Ear Drop formulation combining Paradichlorobenzene (2%), Chlorbutol (5%), Turpentine Oil (15%), and Lidocaine (2%). Paradichlorobenzene hydrates and dissolves hard impacted cerumen; turpentine oil acts as a counter-irritant and cerumen liquefier; chlorbutol provides mild antibacterial and antifungal preservation; and lidocaine relieves localized ear canal pain and tension. Indicated for softening, loosening, and removal of hardened, impacted ear wax.
Chloramphenicol Eye Ointment 1%w/w
Chloramphenicol Eye Ointment 1%w/w is an evidence-based ophthalmic/otic formulation. It acts by delivering targeted active therapeutic substances to external ocular or auditory tissues to control infection, relieve inflammation, or restore tissue homeostasis.
Chloramphenicol Capsules 250 mg
Chloramphenicol is a broad-spectrum bacteriostatic antibiotic produced by Streptomyces venezuelae. It reversibly binds to the 50S subunit of the 70S bacterial ribosome, inhibiting peptidyl transferase and peptide bond formation. Penetrates CSF, eye, and tissues exceptionally well. Because of serious toxicity risks, systemic use is strictly restricted to life-threatening infections where safer alternatives are ineffective or contraindicated, including bacterial meningitis and severe typhoid fever.
Chloramphenicol Capsules 500 mg
Chloramphenicol is a broad-spectrum bacteriostatic antibiotic produced by Streptomyces venezuelae. It reversibly binds to the 50S subunit of the 70S bacterial ribosome, inhibiting peptidyl transferase and peptide bond formation. Penetrates CSF, eye, and tissues exceptionally well. Because of serious toxicity risks, systemic use is strictly restricted to life-threatening infections where safer alternatives are ineffective or contraindicated, including bacterial meningitis and severe typhoid fever.
Chloramphenicol 0.5% w/v + Dexamethasone 0.1% w/v Eye/Ear Drops
Ceruminolytic Ear Drop formulation combining Paradichlorobenzene (2%), Chlorbutol (5%), Turpentine Oil (15%), and Lidocaine (2%). Paradichlorobenzene hydrates and dissolves hard impacted cerumen; turpentine oil acts as a counter-irritant and cerumen liquefier; chlorbutol provides mild antibacterial and antifungal preservation; and lidocaine relieves localized ear canal pain and tension. Indicated for softening, loosening, and removal of hardened, impacted ear wax.
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Chloramphenicol.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polymyxin B Sulphate 5000IU + Chloramphenicol 4mg + Dexamethasone 1mg Eye/Ear Drops | 5 ml | ₹39.38 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Chloramphenicol Eye Ointment 1%w/w | 5 gm | ₹15.94 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Chloramphenicol Capsules 250 mg | 10's | ₹37.50 | CHLOROMAC | ₹69.73 | 46% Save |
| Chloramphenicol Capsules 500 mg | 10's | ₹60.94 | PARAXIN | ₹249.81 | 76% Save |
| Chloramphenicol 0.5% w/v + Dexamethasone 0.1% w/v Eye/Ear Drops | 5ml Drops | ₹14.06 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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