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Chloromycetin Aplicap 50's

Chloromycetin Aplicap 50's, Pack of 50 APLICAPS

Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy

Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

48 Hrs returnable

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Composition :

CHLORAMPHENICOL-1%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Pfizer Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

The Capital, 1802, 18th Floor , Plot No. C-70, ‘G’ Block , Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East , Mumbai – 400051

Other Info - CHL0035

Author Details

Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:47 AM IST

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FAQs

How does Chloromycetin Aplicap work?

Chloromycetin Aplicap works by preventing the synthesis of essential nutrients for bacterial survival. Thus, kills the bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.

Can I stop using Chloromycetin Aplicap on my own?

To treat your condition effectually, continue using Chloromycetin Aplicap for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Consult your doctor if you have any difficulty while using Chloromycetin Aplicap .

Does Chloromycetin Aplicap cause blurred vision?

Chloromycetin Aplicap might temporarily cause blurred vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.

Can I wear contact lens while using Chloromycetin Aplicap ?

Do not wear contact lenses during the course of treatment with Chloromycetin Aplicap and for 24 hours after the last dose. Using spectacles and avoiding wearing contact lenses is recommended until the infection is cleared.

I am due to have an eye surgery. Can I use Chloromycetin Aplicap ?

Consult your doctor if you are due to have eye surgery or if you have had eye surgery in the past six months, as Chloromycetin Aplicap may slow corneal wound healing.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether alcohol interacts with Chloromycetin Aplicap . Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant before using Chloromycetin Aplicap ; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using Chloromycetin Aplicap ; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Driving

Caution

Chloromycetin Aplicap might temporarily blur your vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.

Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Chloromycetin Aplicap in patients with liver impairment.

Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Chloromycetin Aplicap in patients with kidney impairment.

Children

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of Chloromycetin Aplicap based on your child's age and condition. It is not recommended for use in children under two years of age.

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About Chloromycetin Aplicap

Chloromycetin Aplicap belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.

Chloromycetin Aplicap contains Chloramphenicol, which works by preventing the synthesis of nutrients essential for bacterial survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.

Sometimes, you may experience side effects such as mild eye irritation, stinging sensation, and temporary blurred vision. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Chloromycetin Aplicap should be used in children above 2 years only if prescribed by the doctor. Avoid touching the tip of the container as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to prevent side effects/interactions.

Uses of Chloromycetin Aplicap

Bacterial infections of the eye

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Medicinal Benefits

Chloromycetin Aplicap belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Chloromycetin Aplicap contains Chloramphenicol, which works by preventing the synthesis of nutrients essential for bacterial survival. Thus, it kills bacteria and treats bacterial eye infections.

Directions for Use

Eye drops: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.Eye ointment/cream/gel: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the cream/ointment/gel into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.Aplicap/Eye ointment capsule: Check the label for directions before use. Wipe the tip with alcohol, cut the end with a clean instrument and compress the body to squeeze out the contents into the pocket of the lower eyelid.

Side Effects of Chloromycetin Aplicap

Mild irritation
Stinging sensation
Temporary blurred vision

Drug Warnings

Do not use Chloromycetin Aplicap if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you or your family member has had problems with their blood or bone marrow if you have visual disturbances, severe pain in the eye, sensitivity to light, glaucoma, eye injury, dry eyes, kidney or liver problems, a sensation of having a foreign body in the eye, eye inflammation, if the eye looks cloudy or if the coloured part of the eye looks unusual, or if you have/had eye surgery. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not wear contact lenses during the course of treatment with Chloromycetin Aplicap and for 24 hours after the last dose.

Drug-Drug Interactions

ChloramphenicolFlibanserin

Critical

ChloramphenicolTriazolam

Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

ChloramphenicolFlibanserin

Critical

How does the drug interact with Chloromycetin Aplicap:
Taking Flibanserin with Chloromycetin Aplicap may significantly increases the blood levels of flibanserin

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Chloromycetin Aplicap with Flibanserin is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

ChloramphenicolTriazolam

Critical

How does the drug interact with Chloromycetin Aplicap:
Taking Chloromycetin Aplicap with triazolam can increased the effects of Chloromycetin Aplicap.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Triazolam with Chloromycetin Aplicap is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. In case you experience any unusual symptoms, consult a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

ChloramphenicolLomitapide

Critical

How does the drug interact with Chloromycetin Aplicap:
Taking lomitapide with Chloromycetin Aplicap can significantly increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Chloromycetin Aplicap with Lomitapide is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

ChloramphenicolButorphanol

Severe

How does the drug interact with Chloromycetin Aplicap:
Taking Chloromycetin Aplicap and Butorphanol can significantly increase the blood levels of Butorphanol that may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Chloromycetin Aplicap with Butorphanol can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, flushing, fainting, and heart palpitations feeling tired, having trouble moving, difficulty swallowing or having seizures contact your doctor know. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

ChloramphenicolClozapine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Chloromycetin Aplicap:
Taking Clozapine with Chloromycetin Aplicap may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Clozapine and Chloromycetin Aplicap, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

ChloramphenicolCladribine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Chloromycetin Aplicap:
Taking cladribine together with Chloromycetin Aplicap may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Cladribine and Chloromycetin Aplicap, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms - fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, make sure to contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

ChloramphenicolOxycodone

Severe

How does the drug interact with Chloromycetin Aplicap:
Taking oxycodone with Chloromycetin Aplicap, it may increase the blood levels of oxycodone that may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Chloromycetin Aplicap and Oxycodone together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in thinking and judgment contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

ChloramphenicolHydrocodone

Severe

How does the drug interact with Chloromycetin Aplicap:
Taking Chloromycetin Aplicap and Hydrocodone can significantly increase the blood levels of cariprazine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Chloromycetin Aplicap with Hydrocodone can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, flushing, fainting, and heart palpitations feeling tired, having trouble moving, difficulty swallowing or having seizures, it's important to let your doctor know. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

ChloramphenicolIvacaftor

Severe

How does the drug interact with Chloromycetin Aplicap:
Taking Chloromycetin Aplicap and Ivacaftor may increase the blood levels of ivacaftor that increases risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Chloromycetin Aplicap and Ivacaftor together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, pale stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

ChloramphenicolBrigatinib

Severe

How does the drug interact with Chloromycetin Aplicap:
Taking brigatinib with Chloromycetin Aplicap may increase the blood levels of brigatinib that may increase risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Chloromycetin Aplicap with Brigatinib can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, red or inflamed skin, body sores, or pain and burning during urination. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Drug-Diseases Interactions

No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

CHYMOTRYPSIN
METHOTREXATE
AZATHIOPRINE

Habit Forming

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands.
Avoid rubbing the eyes.
Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
If you wear contact lenses: Clean and replace contact lenses more often. Never share contact lenses. Remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens.
Avoid staring at digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes every 20 minutes.
Blink regularly as it helps spread hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.