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Spar O.D. is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Spar O.D. have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Spar O.D.. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Spar O.D. include Headache, Photosensitivity, Itching or burning. Some other side effects of Spar O.D. have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Spar O.D. go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Spar O.D. is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Spar O.D. has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Spar O.D. related warnings section.
Spar O.D. is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Spar O.D. are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Spar O.D. may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Spar O.D. is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Spar O.D. is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Spar O.D. safe for pregnant women?
Spar OD Tablet can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Spar OD Tablet, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Spar O.D. safe during breastfeeding?
Spar OD Tablet should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Spar O.D. on the Kidneys?
Spar OD Tablet rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Spar O.D. on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Spar OD Tablet on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Spar OD Tablet will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Spar O.D. on the Heart?
Side effects of Spar OD Tablet rarely affect the heart.
Spar O.D. should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Spar O.D. unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Spar O.D. habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Spar O.D..
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Spar O.D., you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Spar O.D. can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Spar O.D. is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Spar O.D. for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Spar O.D.
You can take Spar O.D. with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Spar O.D.
Information about the interaction of Spar O.D. and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Spar OD Tablet does not cause weakness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. It is not a known side effect of this drug.
Yes, Spar OD Tablet causes nausea and vomiting, this occurs rarely. It is a common side effect of this drug. If it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, you can take Spar OD Tablet for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Spar OD Tablet is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Spar OD Tablet can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zagam® (sparfloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 714