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Suplo, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Suplo have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Suplo 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.
Common side effects of Suplo include Headache, Photosensitivity, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Suplo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Suplo are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Suplo's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Suplo has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Suplo related warnings section.
Suplo is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Suplo contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Suplo have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Suplo is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Suplo 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 Suplo safe for pregnant women?
Suplo may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Suplo again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Suplo safe during breastfeeding?
Suplo may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Suplo on the Kidneys?
Suplo rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Suplo on the Liver?
Side effects of Suplo on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Suplo on the Heart?
Suplo is rarely harmful for the heart.
Suplo 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 Suplo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Suplo habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Suplo is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Suplo you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Suplo is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Suplo in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Suplo
Taking Suplo with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Suplo
Information about the interaction of Suplo and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, you can take Suplo for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue this medicine without consulting your doctor.
No, Suplo is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Suplo is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting enzymes such as topoisomerase II (DNA gyrase) and topoisomerase IV which are essential for the bacterial cell to repair, DNA replication, transcription, and recombination. Thus it kills the bacteria. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
Yes, Suplo can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Suplo 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.
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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