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Roboxim 500 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Roboxim 500 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Roboxim 500 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Roboxim 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Roboxim 500 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Roboxim 500 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Roboxim 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Roboxim 500 Tablet related warnings section.
The section on Roboxim 500 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Roboxim 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Roboxim 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Roboxim 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult(Male) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Roboxim 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Roboxim is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Roboxim 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Roboxim does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Roboxim 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Roboxim on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Roboxim 500 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Roboxim on the liver.
What is the effect of Roboxim 500 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Roboxim for the heart.
Roboxim 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Roboxim 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Roboxim 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Roboxim 500 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Roboxim 500 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Roboxim 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Roboxim 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Roboxim 500 Tablet
Taking Roboxim 500 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Roboxim 500 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Roboxim 500 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Roboxim is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
Yes, Roboxim might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).
Yes, Roboxim can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.
Yes, Roboxim covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Roboxim.
Yes, Roboxim is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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