How toxic is chloramphenicol to humans?
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The most serious side effect of chloramphenicol is idiosyncratic aplastic anemia, a rare but often fatal condition that occurs in approximately 1 in 24,000 to 40,000 treatment courses [1.4.3, 1.2.4]. This article explores the significant human toxicities associated with this potent antibiotic.
