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Sparinta is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Sparinta have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sparinta. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Sparinta include Headache, Photosensitivity, Itching or burning. Some other side effects of Sparinta have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Sparinta 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 Sparinta is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Sparinta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Sparinta related warnings section.
Sparinta can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sparinta in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Heart Disease. The section on Sparinta contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Sparinta 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 Sparinta is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Sparinta 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 Sparinta safe for pregnant women?
Sparinta can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Sparinta, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Sparinta safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Sparinta. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Sparinta on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Sparinta on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Sparinta on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Sparinta on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Sparinta will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Sparinta on the Heart?
Sparinta may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Sparinta 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 Sparinta unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sparinta habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Sparinta is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Sparinta. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Sparinta should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sparinta is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sparinta
Taking Sparinta with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sparinta
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Sparinta and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Sparinta 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.
Yes, Sparinta can cause a headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest. Even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Usually, Sparinta is given for short-term treatment for up to 10 days. Take it as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Sparinta is a brand name for sparfloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, skin, gastrointestinal, and eye infections.
Sparinta 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.
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