Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension effectively treats parasitic infections in children. It works by killing the infection-causing microorganisms. Additionally, it also helps treat symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain, bloating, discomfort, and cramps that may be associated with these infections.
Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension is a combination of three medicines: Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension1, Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension2, and Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension3.
Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension is a combination of three medicines: Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension1, Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension2, and Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension3.
Uses of Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension in children
- Treatment of Parasitic infections
Benefits of Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension for your child
In Treatment of Parasitic infections
Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension is given to treat parasitic infections such as diarrhea, amoebic dysentery, amoebic liver abscess, and giardiasis. It works by stopping the growth of parasites and also helps in clearing parasite cysts (carrier state).
It is most likely that your child’s infection will start showing improvement within 3 to 5 days of the regular dosing. Make sure to complete the full course of treatment even if your child feels better. Stopping the medicine abruptly by yourself may worsen your child’s condition or cause infection recurrence.
It is most likely that your child’s infection will start showing improvement within 3 to 5 days of the regular dosing. Make sure to complete the full course of treatment even if your child feels better. Stopping the medicine abruptly by yourself may worsen your child’s condition or cause infection recurrence.
Side effects of Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension in children
Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Sprot Plus
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Weight loss
- Abdominal pain
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Headache
- Metallic taste
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Dizziness
- Urine discoloration
- Itching
- Skin rash
How can I give Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension is to be taken with food.
How Sprot Plus Suspension works
Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension is a combination of three medicines: Metronidazole, diloxanide, and simethicone. Metronidazole is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and other infectious microorganisms by damaging the DNA. Diloxanide is combined with metronidazole in case of severe intestinal infections. Diloxanide is a luminal amoebicide that acts inside the intestines to kill the infection-causing microorganisms (amoeba). Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine that disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.
Safety advice
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension is recommended.
However, dose modification may be required in children with severe kidney disease. Consult your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child.
However, dose modification may be required in children with severe kidney disease. Consult your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child.
Liver
CAUTION
Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if I forget to give Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension to my child?
Do not panic. You can give the missed dose as soon as you remember unless your child’s doctor has advised otherwise. Remember not to double the dose to catch up with the missed one. In case of any confusion, do consult your child’s doctor.
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Quick tips
- Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension may cause an altered taste. Eating citrus fruit or sipping plenty of water or fruit juice may help.
- Your child must complete the entire course of the medicine. Stopping too soon may cause the pathogen(parasites) to multiply again and can lead to a recurrence of symptoms.
- Discontinue Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.
- Never save the medicine for future illnesses since its effectiveness in future infections cannot be guaranteed.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Patient concerns
FAQs
What if I give excess Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension by mistake?
An extra dose of Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension does not usually have any side effects. However, you must always be vigilant because overdose increases the risk of unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, blood cell abnormalities, and rapid and irregular heartbeat. In case your child develops any of these symptoms, rush to your child’s doctor immediately. Do speak to the doctor if you think you have given too much Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension to your child.
What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension for the prescribed duration?
If Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension fails to provide relief to your child, it could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing microorganism. In such a case, visit your child’s doctor who may prescribe some other antibiotic that has a stronger impact on the infection-causing agent.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension?
Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
What should I tell the doctor before giving Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension to my child?
Inform the doctor if your child had or has heart disease, genetic disorders involving blood cells, seizures, psychiatric disorders, hypothyroidism, and hypoadrenalism. This is because there is a possibility that Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.
My child has been passing red-brown urine ever since he started taking Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension. Is it normal?
Yes, it is normal. Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension contains metronidazole which can cause red-brown urine. It is a harmless side effect. It will subside once the medicine is stopped after completing the treatment.
My child is suffering from a fever. Can I give Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension along with fever medicine?
Yes, Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension does not interact with most of the commonly prescribed fever medicines. Therefore, it is safe to give Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension along with fever medicine. It is best to consult your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
What all lab tests do my child need to undergo while taking Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension for long-duration therapy?
If your child is taking Sprot Plus 100 mg/125 mg/50 mg Suspension for long-term therapy, the doctor may prescribe Complete Blood Count (CBC), Liver Function Test (LFT), and Kidney Function Test (KFT).
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