Side effect(s) of Chloramphenicol

Read the side effects of Chloramphenicol as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Central Nervous System - Headache, confusion, depression, inflammation of the optic nerve and nerve inflammation.

Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, tongue inflammation, mouth ulcer and intestinal inflammation.

Blood - Bone marrow depression and decrease in blood cell counts.

Miscellaneous - Hypersensitivity reactions such as fever, rash, shock, hives and Gray syndrome.

Other Precautions : * Avoid excess dosage.

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