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Sparoz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Sparoz have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Sparoz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Sparoz include Headache, Photosensitivity, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Sparoz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sparoz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Sparoz is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Sparoz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sparoz related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Sparoz since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Sparoz have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Sparoz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Sparoz is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Sparoz 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 Sparoz safe for pregnant women?
Sparoz can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Sparoz, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Sparoz safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Sparoz. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Sparoz on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Sparoz on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Sparoz on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Sparoz on the liver, information on safety of Sparoz for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Sparoz on the Heart?
Sparoz may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Sparoz 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 Sparoz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sparoz habit forming or addictive?
Sparoz is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sparoz as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Sparoz should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sparoz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Sparoz
Taking Sparoz with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sparoz
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Sparoz with alcohol.
Yes, Sparoz 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.
No, Sparoz is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Sparoz can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
Yes, Sparoz 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.
Sparoz 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