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Composition :

SPARFLOXACIN-200MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS

Country of origin

India
Other Info - LI32024

FAQs

Licaspar 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.

Licaspar 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 Licaspar 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 Licaspar 200mg Tablet and the antacid, as an antacid is known to decrease the absorption and effectiveness of Licaspar 200mg Tablet. Especially the antacid containing aluminium and magnesium.

Yes, using Licaspar 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 Licaspar 200mg Tablet if you have any muscle pain.

Licaspar 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 Licaspar 200mg Tablet if prescribed by a doctor in exact dose and duration.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Licaspar 200mg Tablet. But intake of alcohol with Licaspar 200mg Tablet may damage your liver. So intake of Licaspar 200mg Tablet should be avoided with Licaspar 200mg Tablet.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Licaspar 200mg Tablet is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It is not known whether Licaspar 200mg Tablet will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. Hence, intake of Licaspar 200mg Tablet should be avoided unless prescribed by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Licaspar 200mg Tablet can pass through the breast milk. But the amount of Licaspar 200mg Tablet absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown. So, it should be taken only when prescribed by a doctor.

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Driving

Unsafe

Licaspar 200mg Tablet is known to cause dizziness and drowsiness. It can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Caution

Licaspar 200mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Licaspar 200mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

The safety and efficacy of Licaspar 200mg Tablet are not studied in children below the age of 18 years.

About Licaspar 200mg Tablet

Licaspar 200mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antibiotics', primarily used to treat or prevent certain infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat nose, throat, urinary tract infections, lungs (pneumonia), skin, and soft tissues. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.

Licaspar 200mg Tablet contains an antibiotic medicine, Sparfloxacin, a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. 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.

Take Licaspar 200mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Depending upon your medical condition, you are advised to take Licaspar 200mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Sometimes, you may experience headaches, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, bitter taste, diarrhoea, dizziness, and stomach pain. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. You should immediately contact a doctor if you experience any allergic reaction symptoms such as rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc. 

Do not take Licaspar 200mg Tablet if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to Licaspar 200mg Tablet. Taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet may increase the chances of developing tendinitis or having a tendon rupture. Taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet may worsen muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness disorder) and cause severe difficulty breathing or death. And also, exposure to sunlight should be avoided while taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity.

Uses of Licaspar 200mg Tablet

Bacterial infections

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Medicinal Benefits

Licaspar 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.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Licaspar 200mg Tablet

  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Bitter taste
  • Dizziness
  • Indigestion
  • Stomach pain

Drug Warnings

Do not take Licaspar 200mg Tablet if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to Licaspar 200mg Tablet. Taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet may increase the chances of developing tendinitis (swelling of a fibrous tissue that connects a bone to a muscle) or having a tendon rupture (tearing of a fibrous tissue that connects a bone to a muscle). Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had a kidney or liver disease, heart, or lung transplant, rheumatoid arthritis, seizures (fits), epilepsy or if you participate in regular physical activity. Taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet may worsen muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis (a nervous system disorder that causes muscle weakness) and cause severe difficulty breathing or death. And also, exposure to sunlight should be avoided while taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity. Patients with epilepsy and irregular heartbeat (especially a condition known as QT prolongation) should tell their doctor before taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet. Increase the intake of fluids to ensure proper hydration while taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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SparfloxacinLenvatinib
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SparfloxacinCilostazol
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SparfloxacinLenvatinib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licaspar 200mg Tablet:
Taking Lenvatinib and Licaspar 200mg Tablet together can raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Using Lenvatinib and Licaspar 200mg Tablet is not recommended, but they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience drowsiness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
SparfloxacinCilostazol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licaspar 200mg Tablet:
When Cilostazol is taken with Licaspar 200mg Tablet, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Licaspar 200mg Tablet and Cilostazol, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these signs - like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SparfloxacinRisperidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licaspar 200mg Tablet:
Coadministration of risperidone with Licaspar 200mg Tablet can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet with Risperidone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SparfloxacinTetrabenazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licaspar 200mg Tablet:
Taking Tetrabenazine and Licaspar 200mg Tablet can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tetrabenazine with Licaspar 200mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SparfloxacinPazopanib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licaspar 200mg Tablet:
Using pazopanib together with Licaspar 200mg Tablet can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Pazopanib with Licaspar 200mg Tablet is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
SparfloxacinTamoxifen
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licaspar 200mg Tablet:
Taking tamoxifen with Licaspar 200mg Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tamoxifen with Licaspar 200mg Tablet is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
SparfloxacinAmiodarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licaspar 200mg Tablet:
The combination of Amiodarone and Licaspar 200mg Tablet may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amiodarone and Licaspar 200mg Tablet interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
SparfloxacinOxytocin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licaspar 200mg Tablet:
Coadministration of oxytocin and Licaspar 200mg Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Oxytocin with Licaspar 200mg Tablet is not recommended, but should be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SparfloxacinAmitriptyline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licaspar 200mg Tablet:
Combining Amitriptyline and Licaspar 200mg Tablet may increase the risk of irregular heartbeat.

How to manage the interaction:
Although combining Amitriptyline with Licaspar 200mg Tablet may result in an interaction, it can be used if a doctor recommends it. If you have any heart problems or electrolyte imbalances, you may be susceptible. If you have sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or rapid heartbeats during therapy, get emergency medical help. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor. Note: Licaspar 200mg Tablet is no longer available in the market. Grepafloxacin should not be combined with any other medications.
SparfloxacinNilotinib
Critical
How does the drug interact with Licaspar 200mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Licaspar 200mg Tablet with Nilotinib can prolong the QT interval.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nilotinib with Licaspar 200mg Tablet is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. If you experience any symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMIDODARONE
  • DISOPYRAMIDE
  • QUINIDINE
  • PROCAINAMIDE
  • SOTALOL
  • BEPRIDIL
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • AMOXAPINE
  • IMIPRAMINE
  • NORTRIPTYLINE
  • DOXEPIN
  • CHLORPROMAZINE
  • FLUPHENAZINE
  • PERPHENAZINE
  • THIORIDAZINE
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • MESORIDAZINE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor your liver enzymes while taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet.
  • If taking an antacid containing aluminum and magnesium maintain a gap of 2-3 hours after taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not drink or eat a lot of caffeine-containing products such as coffee, tea, energy drinks, cola or chocolate. Licaspar 200mg Tablet may increase nervousness, sleeplessness and anxiety caused by caffeine.
  • Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Licaspar 200mg Tablet to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria. 
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet. Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids daily while taking Licaspar 200mg Tablet.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Licaspar 200mg Tablet as they can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Licaspar 200mg Tablet in fighting off infections.

Licaspar 200mg Tablet Substitute

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