Pack size: 1 Tablet  |  Price is for the whole Tablet

⚠ Prescription required. This medicine may only be dispensed against a valid prescription.

Generic: Roxithromycin

Form: Tablet 150mg

Indication

Pneumonia, Pharyngitis, Susceptible infections, Sinusitis, Otitis media, Cellulitis,Tonsillitis, Folliculitis, Carbuncles, Prostatitis, Urethritis, Acute and chronic bronchitis, Bronchopneumonia, Furuncles, Pyoderma, Impetigo and infected dermatitis, Cervicitis and salpingitis

Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take at least 15 min before meals.

Adult Dose

Oral Susceptible infections Adult: 150 mg bid or 300 mg once daily for 5-10 days in susceptible infections. Hepatic impairment: Usual daily doses should be halved in hepatic impairment.

Child Dose

Oral Susceptible infections Child: 6-40 kg: 5-8 mg/kg daily.

Renal Dose

Renal impairment: Dosage adjustment may be required.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity. Porphyria.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

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. __NAME__ is to be taken empty stomach.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, 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.

Safety Advice

Consuming alcohol with __NAME__ does not cause any harmful side effects.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of __NAME__ may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.