Roxicare 50mg Tablet : Uses, Price, Side Effects, Composition, Substitutes, Precautions and Advice - Alde Medi Impex Ltd | strip of 10 tablets

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Composition for Roxicare 50mg Tablet

Roxithromycin (50mg)

Prescription Required

Primarily used for

Bacterial infections

₹34.2

₹3.42/Tablet

10 tablets in 1 strip

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Medicine Overview

In Depth Information

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Medicine Overview of Roxicare Tablet

Uses of Roxicare Tablet

Roxicare 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections
It is used in infections of tonsils, sinus, ear, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, windpipe and lungs (pneumonia).

Side effects of Roxicare Tablet

Common

Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Allergy.

How to use Roxicare 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. It is better to take Roxicare 50mg Tablet empty stomach (1 hour before food or 2 hours after food).

How Roxicare Tablet works

Roxicare 50mg tablet is a macrolide antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, which are required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

In Depth Information on Roxicare Tablet

Expert advice for Roxicare Tablet

Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
Never take an antibiotic for a viral infection like a cold or the flu.
Can lead to nausea and diarrhoea frequently. If this becomes severe or persistent or you notice that your stool contains blood or mucus you should stop taking Roxicare immediately and consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop a rash or other unexpected symptoms.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with liver problems.

Warnings

Special precautions for Roxicare 50mg Tablet

Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

PROBABLY SAFE

Roxicare 50mg Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy....

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Lactation

SAFE

Roxicare 50mg Tablet is safe to use during lactation. Human...

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Driving

Roxicare 50mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired,...

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Kidney

Roxicare 50mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients wit...

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Liver

CAUTION

Roxicare 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients...

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Severely interacts with other drugs like

Serenace 5mg Injection 1ml, Paliris 3mg Tablet, Arkazid 2mg Tablet, Halocer 10mg Tablet

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Missed Dosage uses

If you miss a dose of Roxithromycin, 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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Patient Concerns

Frequently asked questions for Roxicare 50mg Tablet

Frequently asked questions for Roxithromycin

Q. Is Roxicare an antibiotic?

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

Q. Can I take Roxicare with food?

Roxicare is to be taken on an empty stomach at least 15 minutes before a meal. The Roxicare tablets should be taken with good amount of water.

Q. Does Roxicare treat streptococcal throat infection?

Roxicare is used to treat throat infection caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. It is also indicated for other upper respiratory tract infections like tonsillitis and sinusitis. If you think you are suffering from a streptococcal throat infection, please consult your doctor as it requires proper diagnosis before the start of antibiotics.

Q. Can I take Roxicare with codeine?

Roxicare can be taken with codeine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Does Roxicare treat urinary tract infections (UTI)?

Roxicare can 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 start of antibiotics.

Q. Is Roxicare safe?

Roxicare is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Q. Does Roxicare contain penicillin?

Roxicare does not contain penicillin. Roxicare belongs to a group of antibiotics known as macrolides.

Q. Does Roxicare affect the contraceptive pill (birth control pills)?

Roxicare can decrease the level or effect of estradiol (a component of contraceptive pill) by affecting the normal bacteria in the gut and you may need to take an extra precaution. Please consult your doctor before taking Roxicare with the contraceptive pills.

Q. Does Roxicare make you drowsy?

Roxicare is not known to cause drowsiness. However, dizziness may occur when you have just started taking Roxicare. Hence, driving, operating machinery or other skillful activities should be avoided if you feel drowsy.

Q. Does Roxicare treat Chlamydia?

Roxicare is active against chlamydia species and is used for the treatment of infections caused by chlamydia. Please consult your doctor before taking any treatment if you have been diagnosed with chlamydial infection.

Q. Does Roxicare contain sulfur?

Roxicare does not contain sulfur. Please refer to the package insert for more information on the components.

Q. Can I take Roxicare with alcohol?

As with other medicines, it is not recommended to take Roxicare with alcohol, although there are no drug interactions reported. Please talk to your doctor before taking alcohol with any medicine.

Q. Can I take Roxicare with paracetamol?

Roxicare can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Roxicare with ibuprofen?

Roxicare can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Roxicare with pseudoephedrine?

Roxicare can be taken with pseudoephedrine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Is Roxicare safe during pregnancy?

The safety of Roxicare in pregnant women has not been established. Roxicare should be taken during pregnancy only if it is considered necessary to be used by your doctor.

Q. Is Roxicare a penicillin?

Roxicare is not a penicillin. Roxicare is a macrolide antibiotic.

Q. Is Roxicare same as erythromycin?

Roxicare and erythromycin are two different antibiotics which belong to the same group known as macrolides. However, they differ in the way they behave in the body. Roxicare, as compared to erythromycin, is more acid-stable and reaches better concentrations in blood and is active against more bacteria as compared to erythromycin. Please consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics.

Q. Is Roxicare safe for breastfeeding?

Small amounts of Roxicare are excreted in the breast milk. Either breastfeeding or treatment of the mother should be discontinued as necessary. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding and you are advised to take Roxicare.

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Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 8th Mar 2017.