Jospar: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Jospar Information

Jospar is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Tablet. Jospar also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Jospar. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Jospar can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Jospar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Jospar has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Jospar related warnings talks about Jospar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Jospar are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Jospar may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Jospar is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Jospar Benefits & Uses
Jospar Dosage & How to Take
Jospar Side Effects
Jospar Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Jospar with Other Drugs
Jospar Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Jospar
Jospar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Jospar Benefits & Uses

Jospar is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Jospar Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Jospar Related Warnings

Is the use of Jospar safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Jospar safely.

Safe
Is the use of Jospar safe during breastfeeding?

Jospar is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Jospar on the Kidneys?

Jospar rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Jospar on the Liver?

Jospar is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Jospar on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Jospar for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Jospar with Other Drugs

Jospar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Jospar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Jospar unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Jospar

Is this Jospar habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Jospar is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Jospar you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Jospar should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Jospar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Jospar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Jospar

Taking Jospar with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Jospar

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Jospar and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Jospar

Question over 5 years ago

Does Jospar contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Jospar does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Jospar cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Jospar has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Jospar?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Jospar as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Jospar a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Jospar is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Jospar an antiboitic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Jospar is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.