SPROT PLUS 400MG/500MG/100MG TAB

Overview

SPROT PLUS 400MG/500MG/100MG TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.

SPROT PLUS 400MG/500MG/100MG TAB is composed of: DILOXANIDE (500.0 MG), METRONIDAZOLE (400.0 MG), SIMETHICONE (100.0 MG)


Metronidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Metronidazole is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and parasitic infections. It is used in infections of the brain, reproductive system, gastrointestinal tract, skin, vagina, and other areas of the body.

Simethicone is used to relieve symptoms of extra gas caused by air swallowing or certain foods/infant formulas. Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine. It disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.Simethicone treat the symptoms of gas such as uncomfortable or painful pressure, fullness, and bloating.

Usage

METRONIDAZOLE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Brain Infection, Deep Skin Infection

SIMETHICONE is generally used to treat: Gas, Flatulence, Stomach Pain
SIMETHICONE can address symptoms like: Increased Passing Gas, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Abdomen Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

SPROT PLUS 400MG/500MG/100MG TAB is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for SPROT PLUS 400MG/500MG/100MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of nerve, brain, Crohn�s disease, liver impairment, seizures, heart disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.

• You should not use this medication if you are allergic to simethicone.
• The liquid form may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using this form of simethicone if you have phenylketonuriaUse exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Do not take more of this medication than is directed.
• Simethicone works best if you take it after meals and at bedtime.
• The simethicone chewable tablet must be chewed before swallowing.
• Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
• Simethicone liquid drops can be mixed with water, baby formula, or other liquids to make swallowing easier for an infant or child.
• Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other stomach medicine or antacid.

Symptoms of Overdosage

METRONIDAZOLE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Loss Of Balance, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

METRONIDAZOLE : Skin Rash, Hives, Agitation, Back Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Eyes Pain, Fever, Head Headache, Loss Of Coordination, Nausea, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slurred Speech, Vomit, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Nasal Congestion, Runny Nose
SIMETHICONE : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Hives, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Body Burning Sensation

Serious Side-Effects

METRONIDAZOLE : Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Abdomen Pain, Throat Soreness, Eyes Pain, Head Headache
SIMETHICONE : Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Swollen Tongue

Rare Side-Effects

METRONIDAZOLE : Chest Pain, Constipation, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)
SIMETHICONE : Dizziness

Technical Classification

METRONIDAZOLE is categorized as:

• AMEBICIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
• MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

SIMETHICONE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS GI AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for SPROT PLUS 400MG/500MG/100MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ARISTOGYL PLUS TAB	INR 12.21 for 10 TABLETS	DILOXANIDE 500.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 100.0 MG
SPROT PLUS 400MG/500MG/100MG TAB	INR 23.98 for 10 TABLETS	DILOXANIDE 500.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 100.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

SPROT PLUS 100MG/125MG/50MG SUSP

INR 28.96 for 60 ML SUSPENSION

DILOXANIDE 125.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 100.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG