Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Sparfloxacin
Drug Class
Quinolone Antibacterials
Chemical Class
Fluoroquinolone
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
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Uses
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How It Works
Chemical Class
Fluoroquinolone
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antibiotic, Quinolone pharmacological group
It is of Semi Synthetic origin and belongs to Fluoroquinolone. It belongs to DNA Gyrase inhibitor pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antibiotic, Quinolone pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Sparfloxacin is 392.40.
How to Take It
1
Adult · PO
100 to 200 mg — 12 hourly
Maintenance.
2
Adult · PO
400 mg — 24 hourly
Initially.
3
Child
Not recommended in this age group
Safety Alerts
Sparfloxacin is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity
Important Warnings
Severe hepatic insufficiency, avoid exposure to the sun or ultraviolet light during treatment
Risk factor for QTinterval prolongation
caution advised in conditions such as: Acute myocardial infarction, bradycardia, congenital long QT syndrome, electrolytedisturbances, heartfailure with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction, history ofsymptomatic arrhythmias, epilepsy, history of CNS disorders, severe renal impairment
reduce dose by half
Patients should be well hydrated, patients with G-6-PD defects, Driving or operating machinery
Side Effects
Anorexiaanxietyarthralgiaastheniablood disordersGI disturbances. Dizzinessheadachetremorconfusionconvulsionssleep disordersrashesphotosensitivityjoint painimpaired judgment and dexterity transient increase in serum creatinine
Drug Interactions
Antiarrhythmic agents
astemizole
phenothiazines
tricyclic antidepressants
cisapride
theophylline
cimetidine
sucraltate
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Contraindicated
Lactation
Contraindicated
Storage
Tab Store Between 20°C-25°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Price Intelligence
Rs 678
Servaid observed price · as of 30 July 2026
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
ServaidRs 678
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Sparfloxacin, and what they are not.You pay Rs 139 more than the cheapest equivalent
Identical active ingredient at the same strength. Cheapest per unit first.
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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