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Sparika is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Sparika have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sparika. 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.
Sparika also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Photosensitivity, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Sparika side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sparika are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Sparika's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Sparika's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Sparika related warnings section.
Sparika can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sparika in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Heart Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Sparika are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Sparika have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sparika is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Sparika 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 Sparika safe for pregnant women?
Sparika may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Sparika again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Sparika safe during breastfeeding?
Sparika should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sparika on the Kidneys?
Sparika rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sparika on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Sparika on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Sparika on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Sparika on the heart have been reported.
Sparika 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 Sparika unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sparika habit forming or addictive?
Sparika does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sparika you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Sparika only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sparika is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sparika
Taking Sparika with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sparika
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Sparika with alcohol.
Yes, Sparika 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.
No, Sparika is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Yes, Sparika 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.
Yes, Sparika 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.
Sparika can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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