Spardex 100 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Spardex Benefits & Uses

Spardex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Pneumonia
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)

Spardex 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Initially 400 mg/day followed by 200 mg/day for 9 days
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Initially 400 mg/day followed by 200 mg/day for 9 days

Spardex Related Warnings

Is the use of Spardex safe for pregnant women?

Spardex can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Spardex right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Spardex safe during breastfeeding?

Spardex may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Spardex on the Kidneys?

Spardex rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Spardex on the Liver?

Information about safety of Spardex for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Spardex on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Spardex on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Spardex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Spardex Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Arrhythmia
Ulcerative Colitis
Myasthenia Gravis
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Spardex

Is this Spardex habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Spardex has not been reported.

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

After taking Spardex, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Spardex can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Spardex should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Spardex for mental disorders.

No

Spardex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Spardex

Taking Spardex with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Spardex

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Spardex with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Spardex

Question over 5 years ago

Is Spardex safe?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Spardex 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Spardex cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Spardex 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Spardex?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Spardex 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Spardex?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Usually, Spardex 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.