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Sparkle is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Sparkle have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Sparkle depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Sparkle include Headache, Photosensitivity, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Sparkle side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sparkle are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Sparkle's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Sparkle's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Sparkle related warnings section.
Sparkle can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sparkle in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Heart Disease. Other contraindications of Sparkle have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Sparkle with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Sparkle, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Sparkle 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 Sparkle safe for pregnant women?
Sparkle can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Sparkle right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Sparkle safe during breastfeeding?
Sparkle 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 Sparkle on the Kidneys?
Sparkle rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sparkle on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Sparkle on the liver, information on safety of Sparkle for liver is unavailable.
What is the effect of Sparkle on the Heart?
Sparkle has very mild side effects on the heart.
Sparkle 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 Sparkle unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sparkle habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Sparkle has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Sparkle can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Sparkle only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sparkle is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sparkle
Taking Sparkle with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sparkle
Information about the interaction of Sparkle and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Sparkle is not a painkiller. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medications called fluoroquinolone.
Discontinuing Sparkle on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Sparkle 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.
Sparkle 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.
Sparkle is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting enzymes such as topoisomerase II (DNA gyrase) and topoisomerase IV which are essential for the bacterial cell to repair, DNA replication, transcription, and recombination. Thus it kills the bacteria. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.
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