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Bactospar, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Bactospar 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 Bactospar. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Bactospar also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Photosensitivity, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Bactospar as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Bactospar are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Bactospar has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Bactospar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Bactospar related warnings section.
Bactospar can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Bactospar in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Heart Disease. Other contraindications of Bactospar have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Bactospar may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Bactospar, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Bactospar 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 Bactospar is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Bactospar safe for pregnant women?
Bactospar can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Bactospar, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Bactospar safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Bactospar may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Bactospar should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Bactospar on the Kidneys?
Bactospar rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bactospar on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Bactospar on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Bactospar on the Heart?
Side effects of Bactospar rarely affect the heart.
Bactospar 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 Bactospar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bactospar habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Bactospar.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Bactospar. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Bactospar only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Bactospar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bactospar
Taking Bactospar with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactospar
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Bactospar with alcohol.
Yes, Bactospar 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.
Yes, Bactospar 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, Bactospar can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Bactospar is a prescription drug, hence do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Bactospar 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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