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Excelspar is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Excelspar have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Excelspar. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Excelspar include Headache, Photosensitivity, Itching or burning. Some other side effects of Excelspar have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Excelspar 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.
It is also important to note that Excelspar has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Excelspar has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Excelspar related warnings section.
Excelspar is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Excelspar are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Excelspar may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Excelspar is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Excelspar 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 Excelspar is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Excelspar safe for pregnant women?
Excelspar may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Excelspar, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Excelspar safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Excelspar may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Excelspar should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Excelspar on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Excelspar on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Excelspar on the Liver?
Side effects of Excelspar on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Excelspar on the Heart?
Side effects of Excelspar rarely affect the heart.
Excelspar 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 Excelspar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Excelspar habit forming or addictive?
Excelspar is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Excelspar, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Excelspar can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Excelspar only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Excelspar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Excelspar
Taking Excelspar with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Excelspar
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Excelspar with alcohol.
Yes, Excelspar 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, Excelspar is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, itching, and altered taste. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Excelspar 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.
Yes, Excelspar causes drowsiness. It is a known side effect of this medicine. You are recommended to not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it causes drowsiness.
Discontinuing Excelspar on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience