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Spaxin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Spaxin have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Spaxin 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Spaxin are Headache, Photosensitivity, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Spaxin as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Spaxin 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.
It is also important to note that Spaxin has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Spaxin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Spaxin related warnings section.
Spaxin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Spaxin in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Heart Disease. Other contraindications of Spaxin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Spaxin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Spaxin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Spaxin 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 Spaxin safe for pregnant women?
Spaxin can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Spaxin, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Spaxin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Spaxin. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Spaxin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Spaxin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Spaxin on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Spaxin on the liver, information on safety of Spaxin for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Spaxin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Spaxin on the heart have been reported.
Spaxin 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 Spaxin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Spaxin habit forming or addictive?
Spaxin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Spaxin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Spaxin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Spaxin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Spaxin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Spaxin
Taking Spaxin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Spaxin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Spaxin with alcohol will be.
Yes, Spaxin 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.
Usually, Spaxin 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.
Yes, Spaxin 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.
Spaxin 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.
No, Spaxin is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
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