Chloramphenicol + Hydrocortisone
Written By Dr. Arpit Bhatnagar
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa GarchaLast updated 06 Mar 2020 | 07:08 AM (UTC)
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
Eye discomfort, Eye irritation, Burning sensation in eye
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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.