Roxid 75mg Tablet DT 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.
Roxid 75mg Tablet DT 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.
There is limited data on the side effects of Roxid 75mg Tablet DT. Let your doctor know if you experience any symptoms that bother you or worsen while taking the medicine. They may be able to suggest ways to treat or manage the side effects.
Before you start Roxid 75mg Tablet DT, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions. Inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking, as some medicines may interact with Roxid 75mg Tablet DT. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Roxid 75mg Tablet DT to ensure safety.
Roxid 75mg Tablet DT 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.
Side effects of Roxid Tablet DT
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Roxid
Limited data available
How to use Roxid Tablet DT
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Roxid 75mg Tablet DT is to be taken on an empty stomach.
How Roxid Tablet DT works
Roxid 75mg Tablet DT 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Roxid 75mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Roxid 75mg Tablet DT during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Roxid 75mg Tablet DT should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Roxid 75mg Tablet DT may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Roxid 75mg Tablet DT is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver
UNSAFE
Roxid 75mg Tablet DT is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
What if you forget to take Roxid Tablet DT?
If you miss a dose of Roxid 75mg Tablet DT, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Your doctor has prescribed Roxid 75mg Tablet DT 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 Roxid 75mg Tablet DT.
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 Roxid 75mg Tablet DT 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
Aminoglycosides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides
Interaction with drugs
Taking Roxid with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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I am having fever and body ache from 2 days. Took Dolo 650 mg and roxid 300mg twice yesterday. There is not fever now but still feeling weakness. Is it a sign of dengue?
Fever not decreasing less than 4 days 103 -104 throat inside red rashes only controlled by combiflame for 4 hrs Already taken roxid ,paracetamol , anti allergic and cough syrup
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
Visit ent specialist as it can be tonsillitis requiring height antibiotics
Roxid 75mg Tablet DT is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Does Roxid 75mg Tablet DT treat urinary tract infections (UTI)?
Roxid 75mg Tablet DT 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 Roxid 75mg Tablet DT cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Roxid 75mg Tablet DT 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 Roxid 75mg Tablet DT takes to work?
Usually, Roxid 75mg Tablet DT 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 Roxid 75mg Tablet DT?
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 Roxid 75mg Tablet DT when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Roxid 75mg Tablet DT 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 Roxid 75mg Tablet DT cause infertility?
There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Roxid 75mg Tablet DT will cause infertility in males or females.
Is Roxid 75mg Tablet DT an antibiotic?
Roxid 75mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic and belongs to the group of antibiotics known as macrolides. Roxid 75mg Tablet DT prevents bacteria from growing, by interfering with their protein synthesis.
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