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Roxithromycin Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Roxithromycin Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Roxithromycin Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Roxithromycin Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Stomach ache. Some other side effects of Roxithromycin Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Roxithromycin Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Roxithromycin Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Roxithromycin Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Roxithromycin Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Roxithromycin Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Roxithromycin Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Roxithromycin Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Roxithromycin Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Roxithromycin Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Roxithromycin Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Roxithromycin Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Roxithromycin in pregnant women.
Is the use of Roxithromycin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Roxithromycin is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Roxithromycin Tablet on the Kidneys?
Roxithromycin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Roxithromycin Tablet on the Liver?
Roxithromycin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Roxithromycin Tablet on the Heart?
Using Roxithromycin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Roxithromycin Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Roxithromycin Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Roxithromycin Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Roxithromycin Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Roxithromycin Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Roxithromycin Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Roxithromycin Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Roxithromycin Tablet
Taking Roxithromycin Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Roxithromycin Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Roxithromycin Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 754