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Missed dose
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PD Rox 150mg Tablet

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Marketer

Parenteral Drugs India Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Roxithromycin (150mg)

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

PD Rox 150mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It is effective in resolving most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It stops the growth of infection-causing bacteria and thus resolves the symptoms.

PD Rox 150mg Tablet should be taken by mouth on an empty stomach. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include nausea, vomiting, pain in the abdomen, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.

Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

Uses of PD Rox Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of PD Rox Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

PD Rox 150mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eye in adults and children. It is also used for treating typhoid fever and some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.

This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

How to use PD Rox Tablet

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. PD Rox 150mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How PD Rox Tablet works

PD Rox 150mg Tablet 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with PD Rox 150mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

PD Rox 150mg Tablet 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

PD Rox 150mg Tablet 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.

Driving

UNSAFE

PD Rox 150mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

PD Rox 150mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of PD Rox 150mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

PD Rox 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of PD Rox 150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take PD Rox Tablet?

If you miss a dose of PD Rox 150mg Tablet, 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.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed PD Rox 150mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking PD Rox 150mg Tablet.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Stop taking PD Rox 150mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Semi-synthetic macrolide

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Macrolides

Interaction with drugs

Taking PD Rox with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

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Patient concerns

Sinus problem for period pd 5 months

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

Get one ct scan of sinus to see for extent of involvement

Dry cougf and cold i use novamox and koufrest pd this is right

Dr. Amit Modi

Paediatrics

Hello, Novamox is amoxycillin, an antibiotic of penicillin group. While Kofrest is an anti allergic and anti tussive medication. Please visit a pediatrician physically for advice on prescription drugs. Clinical evaluation is necesary before prescribing these drugs.

He is G-6-PD Deficiency Patient. Please guide me with proper information , from which things he is effected

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, or G6PD deficiency for short, is the most common inborn metabolic disorder" in the world."Babies with G6PD deficiency have very little or no enzyme called Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD).Hemolysis of red blood cells will only occur IF and WHEN a G6PD deficient child is exposed to oxidative substances. Oxidative substances are found in certain drugs, foods, and beverages. The body also produces oxidative substances during severe infections or illnesses such as typhoid fever, pneumonia, or kidney failure. Most drugs with strong oxidative effects are of kinds: 1.? ? ? ? antibiotics of the sulfa group 2.? ? ? ? medicines for malaria 3.? ? ? ? some medicines for feverWhen a child has taken oxidative substances and suddenly shows the signs and symptoms of hemolytic anemia, he is said to have a hemolytic crisis. During such crisis, the goal of doctors and nurses is to prevent the harmful effects from getting worse. Blood transfusion, oxygen, and folic acid may be given.Tell your child's pediatrician that your child has G6PD deficiency. This is very important so that he will not prescribe oxidative drugs in case your child gets ill. He would also be able to watch out for hemolytic crisis and would immediately know what to do just in case it happens.Memorize the signs and symptoms of hemolytic anemia: paleness, diziness, headache, difficulty in breathing, rapid and strong heartbeats, tea-colored urine, and abdominal or back pain. Bring your child to his pediatrician as soon as these signs and symptoms appear.

Is PD Rox 150mg Tablet safe?

PD Rox 150mg Tablet is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Does PD Rox 150mg Tablet treat urinary tract infections (UTI)?

PD Rox 150mg Tablet can be used to treat lower urinary tract infections i.e. infections of the urinary bladder and urethra. However, please consult a doctor before taking any antibiotics for your condition as it is important to diagnose the infection before starting antibiotics.

Can the use of PD Rox 150mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of PD Rox 150mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

How long does PD Rox 150mg Tablet takes to work?

Usually, PD Rox 150mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

What if I don't get better after using PD Rox 150mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking PD Rox 150mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking PD Rox 150mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can the use of PD Rox 150mg Tablet cause infertility?

There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of PD Rox 150mg Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.

Is PD Rox 150mg Tablet an antibiotic?

PD Rox 150mg Tablet is an antibiotic and belongs to the group of antibiotics known as macrolides. PD Rox 150mg Tablet prevents bacteria from growing, by interfering with their protein synthesis.

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