Drug details

Zagam (sparfloxacin)

type of Fluoroquinolones

Zagam (sparfloxacin) is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections. The brand name Zagam is discontinued, but generic versions may be available.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• nausea
• dizziness
• itching
• vomiting
• diarrhea
•  headache
• abdominal pain
• indigestion
• constipation
• drowsiness
• gas
• lightheadedness
• changes in taste
• insomnia
• increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
• ringing in the ears
• elevated blood pressure, and
• heart rhythm disorders

The following drugs are related to Zagam, either as a replacement or used together:

• Factive (gemifloxacin mesylate)
• Levaquin (levofloxacin)
• Trovan (trovafloxacin mesylate injection)

The following supplements are related to Zagam, and may be used together with the drug:

• Alpha-Linolenic Acid (s.)