Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops
Bacterial conjunctivitis
Antibiotic drops for sticky, bacterial conjunctivitis in adults and children over two.
Indicative price from £8.99
Your order
- Medicine
- Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops
- Strength
- 0.5%
- Pack size
- 10 ml
- Delivery
- Standard delivery (2–3 working days)
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This is a pharmacy medicine. Answer a few short questions so the pharmacy team can check it is suitable, then pay as a guest — no account needed. If it is not suitable, you are refunded in full.
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About this treatment
Chloramphenicol drops treat the bacterial form of conjunctivitis, where the eye is red with a yellow or green sticky discharge. Drops go into the affected eye every two hours for the first two days, then four times a day, for five days in total.
Patient information leafletImportant warnings
- This is a pharmacy medicine and is supplied under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Always read the label and the patient information leaflet before use.
- Tell us about any other medicines you take, including anything bought without a prescription.
- Speak to your GP or call NHS 111 if your symptoms are severe, unusual, or do not settle as expected.
Common questions
Can you buy Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops online in the UK?
Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops is a pharmacy treatment that can be requested online. You complete a short consultation, and a qualified prescriber decides whether Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops is safe and appropriate for you. Your card is only charged if your consultation is approved.
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How much does Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops cost online?
Prices for Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops start from £8.99, depending on the strength and pack size you choose. The exact price is confirmed at checkout before payment.
Do I need a prescription for Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops?
Yes. Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops is only supplied after a prescriber reviews your online consultation. There is no way to skip the health questions.
Is Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops used for bacterial conjunctivitis?
Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops is commonly requested for bacterial conjunctivitis. Whether it suits you depends on your symptoms, medical history and other medicines you take.
How quickly is Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops delivered?
Requests approved before 1pm are prepared for next working day delivery, with tracked and named day options available at checkout.
Is Chloramphenicol the same as Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops?
Chloramphenicol is the active ingredient in Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops. Generic versions contain the same active ingredient and are usually lower cost.
Frequently asked questions
Why are there questions before I can buy Chloramphenicol 0.5% eye drops?
This is a pharmacy (P) medicine, which can only be sold under the supervision of a pharmacist. The short questionnaire lets the pharmacy team check it is suitable for you, exactly as they would at the counter.
Do I need an account?
No. You answer a few questions and check out as a guest. There is no prescriber consultation and no card hold.
What if the medicine is not suitable?
The pharmacy team will contact you and refund your payment in full. We will also suggest where to get the right advice.
Who supplies the medicine?
Orders are checked and supplied by Pharmacy + Me, GPhC premises registration number 9013270.
This page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.