Paris 200mg Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Redix Life Care Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Sparfloxacin (200mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassFluoroquinolone
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassOPHTHAL
Action ClassQuinolones/ Fluroquinolones
User Rating4.8
User Reviews522

FAQ

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Can I stop taking Paris 200mg when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Paris 200mg and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Can the use of Paris 200mg cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Paris 200mg 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.
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Can the use of Paris 200mg increase the risk of muscle damage?
Yes, use of Paris 200mg 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 Paris 200mg. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
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What if you forget to take Paris Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Paris 200mg, 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.
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Paris 200mg Tablet Reviews

Paris 200mg 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.

Paris 200mg 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.

You may have dizziness, stomach pain, nausea and bitter taste as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but please consult your doctor if they bother you or persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue or face, shortness of breath or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

How Paris 200mg Tablet Works

Paris 200mg 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 Paris 200mg 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. Paris 200mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Paris 200mg Tablet

  • In Bacterial infections: Paris 200mg 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.

Uses of Paris 200mg Tablet

  • Bacterial infections

Paris 200mg Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Driving  UNSAFE
Paris 200mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Paris 200mg 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.
Liver  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Paris 200mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Paris 200mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Paris 200mg may cause diarrhea or rash in the baby.
Alcohol  SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Paris 200mg does not cause any harmful side effects.
Kidney  CAUTION
Paris 200mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Paris 200mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Discontinue Paris 200mg and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Your doctor has prescribed Paris 200mg to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.

References

  1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
  2. Drugs.com. Prulifloxacin.
  3. ScienceDirect. Sparfloxacin.
  4. Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98.

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