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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is used to treat respiratory tract, gastrointestinal, skin and soft tissue infections. It contains Roxithromycin, which stops the growth of infection casuing bacteria. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as nausea, headache, dizziness, stomach upset, diarrhoea, rash and stomach ache. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

ROXITHROMYCIN-150MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Univentis Medicare Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called macrolides. Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is used to treat respiratory tract, gastrointestinal, skin and soft tissue infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick.

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's works by interfering with the protein synthesis of the bacteria, which is necessary for their survival. Thus, it helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.
 
Take Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's as prescribed. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as nausea, headache, dizziness, stomach upset, diarrhoea, rash and stomach ache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Do not take antacid medicines along with Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's; maintain a gap of 2 hours between both. Avoid taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's may reduce the effectiveness of contraceptives. Consult your doctor before taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's if you are using contraceptives. Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's are as follows:<br/> • Treatment of Bacterial Infections: Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is commonly prescribed for managing bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia and bronchitis.<br/> • Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's effectively treats skin conditions like cellulitis and other soft tissue infections caused by bacteria that respond to this medication.<br/> • Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is widely used in the treatment of STIs such as Chlamydia and gonorrhea, due to its efficacy against the bacteria responsible for these diseases.<br/> • Ear Infections (Otitis Media): Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is also employed in the treatment of otitis media, a middle ear infection often seen in children, to alleviate symptoms and combat the infection.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Take Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's on an empty stomach or 15 minutes before food or three hours after a meal, or as advised by your doctor. • It is advised to take Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's once daily; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration. • Swallow Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water. • Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's works by interfering with the protein synthesis of the bacteria, which is necessary for their survival. Thus, it helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

How Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's Works

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's works by interfering with the protein synthesis of the bacteria, which is necessary for their survival. Thus, it helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you are taking ergot alkaloids (used to treat migraine), terfenadine or astemizole (used to treat allergy), cisapride (used to treat acidity), or pimozide (used to treat psychosis). Do not take Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Talk to your doctor before taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's if you have heart, kidney or liver problems, hypokalaemia (low potassium levels), diarrhoea, or if you weigh below 60kgs. Do not take antacids medicines along with Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's; maintain a gap of 2hours between both. Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's may reduce the effectiveness of contraceptives, consult your doctor before taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's if you are using contraceptives. Avoid taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects.
 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.
  • Avoid usage of tobacco.
  • To cure your condition effectually complete the full course of Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's even though you find symptomatic relief.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding, your doctor will prescribe Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Unsafe

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have liver impairment/liver disease before taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor.

Have a query?

FAQs

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is used to treat Bacterial infections.

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's works by interfering with the protein synthesis of the bacteria which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert and omit driving and operating machinery if you are feeling dizzy.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

It is recommended to complete the course of Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Do not take antacids medicines along with Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's as it reduces the effectiveness of Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's. Take antacids 2hours before or after taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's.

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's may reduce the effectiveness of contraceptives. Consult your doctor before taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's if you are using contraceptives; the doctor may prescribe alternate medicine or contraception method.

Before starting Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's, inform the doctor if you have heart, kidney or liver problems, hypokalaemia (low potassium levels), diarrhoea, or if you weigh below 60kgs.

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's contains Roxithromycin, a macrolide antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.

No, Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is not used to treat fever. It is indicated in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's should be taken on an empty stomach or 15 minutes before food. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Yes, Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.

Yes, Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is safe if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Yes, Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is used to treat urinary tract infections (UTI), including infections of the kidneys, bladder, and urethra.

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's starts working within a few days and it may take 1-2 weeks to notice the full benefits. Keep taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's for the prescribed duration to treat your condition effectively.

Consult the doctor if you do not get better even after using Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's for the prescribed duration. The doctor may increase the dose or prescribe alternate medicine based on your condition.

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's is not known to cause infertility. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

Yes, Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's can be taken on an empty stomach or 15 minutes before food.

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's may cause common side effects such as nausea, headache, dizziness, stomach upset, diarrhoea, rash and stomach ache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's should be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding only if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, your doctor will prescribe Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Do not take antacid medicines along with Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's; maintain a gap of 2 hours between both. Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's may reduce the effectiveness of contraceptives, consult your doctor before taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's if you are using contraceptives. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's to prevent unpleasant side effects. Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving.

If you miss a dose of Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's as it may cause an overdose. Seek medical attention if you have overdosed on Roxifit-150 Tablet 10's. The doctor may perform gastric lavage to remove residual drug in the stomach.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

1281/1, Hilltop Industrial Estate Near Epip Phase I, Jharmajri Baddi Solan Hp 174103 India
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