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Roxy-150 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Roxy-150 Tablet 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 :

Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Roxy-150 Tablet

Roxy-150 Tablet belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called macrolides. Roxy-150 Tablet 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.

Roxy-150 Tablet 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. Roxy-150 Tablet does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.
 
Take Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet ; maintain a gap of 2 hours between both. Avoid taking Roxy-150 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Roxy-150 Tablet may reduce the effectiveness of contraceptives. Consult your doctor before taking Roxy-150 Tablet if you are using contraceptives. Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet

Roxy-150 Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Roxy-150 Tablet are as follows:<br/> • Treatment of Bacterial Infections: Roxy-150 Tablet is commonly prescribed for managing bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia and bronchitis.<br/> • Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Roxy-150 Tablet effectively treats skin conditions like cellulitis and other soft tissue infections caused by bacteria that respond to this medication.<br/> • Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Roxy-150 Tablet 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): Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet once daily; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration. • Swallow Roxy-150 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. • Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Roxy-150 Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet Works

Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet

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

Drug Warnings

Do not take Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet ; maintain a gap of 2hours between both. Roxy-150 Tablet may reduce the effectiveness of contraceptives, consult your doctor before taking Roxy-150 Tablet if you are using contraceptives. Avoid taking Roxy-150 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Roxy-150 Tablet to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Roxy-150 Tablet 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.
 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Roxy-150 Tablet:
Taking Roxy-150 Tablet with ergotamine can increase the blood levels of Roxy-150 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Roxy-150 Tablet and Ergotamine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not stop taking any medication without doctor's advise.

Drug-Food Interactions

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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 Roxy-150 Tablet even though you find symptomatic relief.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Unsafe

Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet .

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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 Roxy-150 Tablet .

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Roxy-150 Tablet is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor.

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FAQs

Roxy-150 Tablet is used to treat Bacterial infections.

Roxy-150 Tablet 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.

Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet . 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 Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet as it reduces the effectiveness of Roxy-150 Tablet . Take antacids 2hours before or after taking Roxy-150 Tablet .

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

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

Roxy-150 Tablet contains Roxithromycin, a macrolide antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.

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

Roxy-150 Tablet 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, Roxy-150 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.

Yes, Roxy-150 Tablet is safe if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

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

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

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

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

Yes, Roxy-150 Tablet can be taken on an empty stomach or 15 minutes before food.

Roxy-150 Tablet 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.

Roxy-150 Tablet 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 Roxy-150 Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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

If you miss a dose of Roxy-150 Tablet , 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 Roxy-150 Tablet as it may cause an overdose. Seek medical attention if you have overdosed on Roxy-150 Tablet . The doctor may perform gastric lavage to remove residual drug in the stomach.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., 8-2-337, Road No. 3, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034, INDIA
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Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 22, 2025 | 11:41 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://http://mri.cts-mrp.eu/download/DK_H_0681_002_FinalPI_1of2.pdf
  2. https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/consumers/cmi/a/arrow-roxithromycin.pdf
  3. https://apps.medicines.org.au/files/txproxit.pdf

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