Sprot P Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Sprot P Tablet Information

Sprot P Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Other than this, Sprot P Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Sprot P Tablet 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Sprot P Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sprot P Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Sprot P Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Sprot P Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Sprot P Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Sprot P Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sprot P Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sprot P Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Sprot P Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sprot P Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Sprot P Benefits & Uses
Sprot P Dosage & How to Take
Sprot P Side Effects
Sprot P Related Warnings
Sprot P Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Sprot P
Sprot P Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Sprot P Tablet Benefits & Uses

Sprot P Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Stomach Infection
Amebiasis
Giardiasis
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Parasitic Infections

Other Benefits

Sprot P Tablet 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: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Sprot P Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Sprot P Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Sprot P is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Sprot P Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Sprot P. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Sprot P Tablet on the Kidneys?

Sprot P rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Sprot P Tablet on the Liver?

Sprot P is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Sprot P Tablet on the Heart?

Sprot P may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Sprot P Tablet Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Frequently asked Questions about Sprot P Tablet

Is this Sprot P Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Sprot P Tablet has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Sprot P Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Sprot P Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Sprot P Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sprot P Tablet

You can take Sprot P Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sprot P Tablet

Consuming Sprot P Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Sprot P Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Sprot P cause stomach problems?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Sprot P can cause stomach upset, abdominal cramps, constipation, and nausea. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Sprot P used to treat diarrhea?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Sprot P is not used directly to treat diarrhea. However, it is used to treat the symptoms of giardiasis (intestinal infection) such as dehydration from diarrhea.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Sprot P?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Sprot P can be taken orally preferably after a light meal. This medicine can applied topically also. Duration, of course, will vary according to the severity of bacterial/protozoal infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Sprot P?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Sprot P is a brand name of metronidazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called nitroimidazoles. It has anti-amoebic and anti-protozoal property. It is available in different forms such as tablets, capsules, suspensions, and creams. It is used to treat amoebic and protozoal infections.