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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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Spaxin is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Spaxin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Spaxin. It is best to stop taking Spaxin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Spaxin safe during breastfeeding?
Spaxin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's 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?
No, you will not get addicted to Spaxin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Spaxin as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Spaxin only as per medical 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 harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Spaxin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Spaxin.
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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
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
