Roxitec 150mg Tablet
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Manufactured By United Biotech Pvt Ltd
Composition Roxithromycin (150mg)
Package Size ( 10 Tablet in a strip )
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Interactions / Warnings:
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
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A: Roxitec is an antibiotic and belongs to the group of antibiotics known as macrolides. Roxitec prevents bacteria from growing, by interfering with their protein synthesis.
Q: Can I take Roxitec with food?
A: Roxitec is to be taken on an empty stomach at least 15 minutes before a meal. The Roxitec tablets should be taken with good amount of water.
Q: Does Roxitec treat streptococcal throat infection?
A: Roxitec 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 Roxitec with codeine?
A: Roxitec 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 Roxitec treat urinary tract infections (UTI)?
A: Roxitec 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 Roxitec safe?
A: Roxitec is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Does Roxitec contain penicillin?
A: Roxitec does not contain penicillin. Roxitec belongs to a group of antibiotics known as macrolides.
Q: Does Roxitec affect the contraceptive pill (birth control pills)?
A: Roxitec 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 Roxitec with the contraceptive pills.
Q: Does Roxitec make you drowsy?
A: Roxitec is not known to cause drowsiness. However, dizziness may occur when you have just started taking Roxitec. Hence, driving, operating machinery or other skillful activities should be avoided if you feel drowsy.
Q: Does Roxitec treat Chlamydia?
A: Roxitec 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 Roxitec contain sulfur?
A: Roxitec does not contain sulfur. Please refer to the package insert for more information on the components.
Q: Can I take Roxitec with alcohol?
A: As with other medicines, it is not recommended to take Roxitec with alcohol, although there are no drug interactions reported. Please talk to your doctor before taking alcohol with any medicine.
Q: Can I take Roxitec with paracetamol?
A: Roxitec 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 Roxitec with ibuprofen?
A: Roxitec 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 Roxitec with pseudoephedrine?
A: Roxitec 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 Roxitec safe during pregnancy?
A: The safety of Roxitec in pregnant women has not been established. Roxitec should be taken during pregnancy only if it is considered necessary to be used by your doctor.
Q: Is Roxitec a penicillin?
A: Roxitec is not a penicillin. Roxitec is a macrolide antibiotic.
Q: Is Roxitec same as erythromycin?
A: Roxitec 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. Roxitec, 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 Roxitec safe for breastfeeding?
A: Small amounts of Roxitec 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 Roxitec.
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