Medicines based on Sparfloxacin
Sparfloxacin Information
Sparfloxacin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Sparfloxacin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Sparfloxacin Benefits & Uses
Sparfloxacin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Pneumonia
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Sparfloxacin Dosage & How to Take
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
| Age Group | Dosage |
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| Geriatric |
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Sparfloxacin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sparfloxacin is used -
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Drowsiness
- पेट दर्द
Common
- Headache
- Photosensitivity
- Itching or burning
- Rash
Sparfloxacin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Sparfloxacin safe for pregnant women?
Sparfloxacin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Sparfloxacin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
Is the use of Sparfloxacin safe during breastfeeding?
Sparfloxacin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Sparfloxacin on the Kidneys?
Sparfloxacin rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Sparfloxacin on the Liver?
Information about safety of Sparfloxacin for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Sparfloxacin on the Heart?
Side effects of Sparfloxacin rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Sparfloxacin with Other Drugs
Sparfloxacin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Sparfloxacin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sparfloxacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Diabetes
- Arrhythmia
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Heart Disease
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Sparfloxacin
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Is this Sparfloxacin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Sparfloxacin is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sparfloxacin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Sparfloxacin can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Sparfloxacin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Sparfloxacin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Sparfloxacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Sparfloxacin
Taking Sparfloxacin with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Sparfloxacin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Sparfloxacin with alcohol.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
