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