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Bactospar 200mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

SPARFLOXACIN-200MG

Uses:

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits:

Bactospar 200mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antibiotics', containing Sparfloxacin, primarily used to treat or prevent certain infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the nose, throat, urinary tract, lungs (pneumonia), skin, and soft tissues. It works by killing bacteria (bactericidal) that cause infections and prevents the division of bacterial cells. It also inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells. Altogether, it kills the bacteria and treats the infection.

FAQs

Bactospar 200mg Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections of the nose, throat, urinary tract, lungs (pneumonia), skin, and soft tissues.

Bactospar 200mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antibiotics', containing Sparfloxacin, which works by killing bacteria (bactericidal) that cause infections and prevent bacterial cell division. It also inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells. Altogether, it kills the bacteria and treats the infection.

Bactospar 200mg Tablet makes your skin sensitive to sunlight, known as photosensitivity. So, prolonged exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light should be avoided. In case of emergency, you should always wear sunscreen before going out.

A common side effect of Bactospar 200mg Tablet is diarrhoea, but you should complete your course. If diarrhoea persists and you observe blood in your stools, please visit your doctor.

No, a minimum gap of 2-3 hours should be maintained between the dose of Bactospar 200mg Tablet and the antacid, as an antacid is known to decrease the absorption and effectiveness of Bactospar 200mg Tablet. Especially the antacid containing aluminium and magnesium.

Yes, using Bactospar 200mg Tablet increases the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle. It can happen to people of all ages. Please inform your doctor before taking Bactospar 200mg Tablet if you have any muscle pain.

Bactospar 200mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture in all ages. But, the elderly are at increased risk of getting it. So, only take Bactospar 200mg Tablet if prescribed by a doctor in exact dose and duration.

Yes, Bactospar 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine.

Bactospar 200mg Tablet can be taken with or without food or as advised by your doctor.

No, do not stop using Bactospar 200mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if you feel better as your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to use Bactospar 200mg Tablet for the prescribed duration.

Yes, Bactospar 200mg Tablet may increase the risk of muscle damage, usually in the ankle (achilies tendon). People of all ages who take Bactospar 200mg Tablet may experience muscle damage. If you feel any kind of muscle pain while using Bactospar 200mg Tablet, please inform your doctor.

Bactospar 200mg Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, abdominal pain, dizziness, indigestion, bitter taste or stomach pain. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

No, do not take Bactospar 200mg Tablet if you are allergic to quinolone antibiotics as Bactospar 200mg Tablet contains Sparfloxacin which belongs to the class of fluoroquinolone antibiotics.

Store Bactospar 200mg Tablet at room temperature. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach and sight of children.