Zospar 100 mg (Sparfloxacin)

What is Zospar 100 mg Tablet?

Zospar 100 mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

Zospar 100mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time of the day. Avoid taking antacids containing aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take this medicine, as this reduces the efficacy of this medicine. You should not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

How Zospar 100 mg Tablet Works

Zospar 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

How To Use Zospar 100 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zospar 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits Of Zospar 100 mg Tablet

In Bacterial infections

Zospar 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues in adults and children. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.
This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side Effects Of Zospar Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zospar

• Dizziness
• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Bitter taste
• Indigestion
• Diarrhea

Warning

Alcohol

Consuming alcohol with Zospar 100mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

Zospar 100mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

Zospar 100mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Zospar 100mg Tablet may cause diarrhea or rash in the baby.

Driving

Zospar 100mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Zospar 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zospar 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What If You Forget To Take Zospar Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Zospar 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQ’s

1. Can the use of Zospar 100 mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Zospar 100 mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

2. Can I stop taking Zospar 100 mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Zospar 100 mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

3. Can the use of Zospar 100 mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?

Yes, use of Zospar 100 mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Zospar 100 mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.