Sparlox (Sparfloxacin)

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Brand Name: Sparlox

Generic Name: Sparfloxacin

Manufacturer/Agent: Sun Pharma

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 200mg

Pack size: 6

Trade Price: KES 660.00

Retail Price: @ KES 146.67

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Class: Antibacterials: Floroquinolones (Anti-infectives)

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Molecular Formulae: C19H22F2N4O3 = 392.4

Precautions: Hypersensitivity to quinolones. epilepsy. children under 18 yrs. pregnancy and lactation.

Indications/Uses: Community acquired pneumonia, bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis; 400mg initially, then 200mg od.

Interactions: Antacids reduce absorption. theophylline levels increased.

Side Effects: Diarrhoea. abdominal pains. nausea. allergy. rarely; insomnia, convulsions.

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