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Chloramphenicol toxicity

D Holt1, D Harvey, R Hurley

  • 1Karim Centre for Meningitis Research, RPMS Institute of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Queen Charlotte's and Chelsea Hospital, London, UK.

Adverse Drug Reactions and Toxicological Reviews
|January 1, 1993
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High chloramphenicol concentrations cause toxicity, possibly via free radical damage. Antioxidants like glutathione and vitamin E may protect against these adverse effects, warranting further research.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Toxicology
  • Biochemistry

Background:

  • High serum concentrations of chloramphenicol are linked to toxicity.
  • The precise mechanism underlying chloramphenicol toxicity is not fully understood.
  • Previous research suggests minor metabolites may contribute to toxic reactions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the potential role of free radicals in chloramphenicol toxicity.
  • To investigate the influence of cellular antioxidants on chloramphenicol toxicity.
  • To highlight the need for renewed research into chloramphenicol toxicology.

Main Methods:

  • Review of published experimental and clinical data on chloramphenicol toxicity.
  • Analysis of proposed mechanisms involving chloramphenicol metabolites.

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  • Consideration of the role of endogenous antioxidants (glutathione, vitamin E).

    • Main Results:

    • Minor chloramphenicol metabolites have been detected in patient sera and implicated in toxicity.
    • Free radical attack is a plausible mechanism for major toxic manifestations.
    • Depletion of antioxidants may increase susceptibility to toxicity.

    Conclusions:

    • Chloramphenicol toxicity may be mediated by free radicals.
    • Antioxidant status could influence individual vulnerability to chloramphenicol.
    • Further research is justified due to the continued global use of chloramphenicol.