Roxid 25mg Bottle Of 10ml Oral Drops

Roxid oral drops contain roxithromycin; an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections like pneumonia, tonsilitis, pharyngitis, urinary tract infection, etc. Bacterial infection occurs when bacteria enter the body and start multiplying, increasing the growth of the infection. Roxid oral drops help treat these bacterial infections in kids and help stop further development of the bacteria.

Dosage

Overdose

In case of overdose of Roxid Oral drops, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. However, skip the previous dose and get back to your regular routine if the next dose is approaching. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the loss of missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Roxithromycin stops the protein synthesis in the bacteria, which controls the further development of infection.

Directions for Use

• Roxid drop is to be taken orally as directed by the physician
• Medicine should be taken 15 minutes before meals for maximum absorption
• Refer to the label for directions of use
• Take medicine with the help of the dropper
• Do not take more drops than advised by the doctor

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Roxid Oral drops during pregnancy?

This medicine is for kids; therefore, it should not be given to pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Roxid Oral drops while breastfeeding?

As this preparation is for toddlers, you should not give this medicine to breastfeeding women.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Roxid Oral drops?

This question is not applicable as this medication is given to kids only.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Roxid Oral drops?

This question is irrelevant because this medicine is just for children.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are allergic to roxithromycin or any other excipient
• You have gastrointestinal diseases
• You have a history of prolonged QT interval
• You are taking ergot derivatives
• You are taking herbal or nutritional supplements

Contraindications

• Allergy to roxithromycin or any other excipient
• Simultaneous use with ergot derivatives
• History of prolonged QT interval (Abnormal heartbeats)

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Indigestion
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Constipation
• Flatulence
• Increased Eosinophils
• Altered taste and smell
• Allergic reaction
• Weakness

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Roxithromycin increases the action of Midazolam
• Astemizole, cisapride or pimozide can prolong QT interval leading to chaotic heartbeats.
• Terfenadine and Roxithromycin can lead to abnormal ECG changes
• Roxithromycin and Ergot derivates can block the blood supply to the limbs, leading to death and destruction of the tissues
• Roxithromycin and quinidine, procainamide, disopyramide, dofetilide, amiodarone, citalopram, tricyclic antidepressants, methadone, some antipsychotics, phenothiazines, moxifloxacin, fluconazole, pentamidine, telaprevir can lead to prolonged QT interval and ECG changes
• Roxithromycin increases the effect of digoxin
• Roxithromycin and statins cause the breakdown of muscle cells and can damage the kidneys
• Roxithromycin may increase the levels of bromocriptine which can lead to toxicity of bromocriptine
• Roxithromycin may increase the plasma concentration of rifabutin
• Roxithromycin can cause increased levels of free disopyramide; ECG should be monitored

Storage and disposal

• Store at room temperature below 30 °C
• Protect from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets
• Talk to your pharmacist about the safe method and ways of disposal of unneeded or expired medication

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Roxid Oral drops cause cancer?

There are no long term studies to confirm if Roxid Oral drops can cause cancer.

Can I use Roxid Oral drops along with herbal medicines?

It is best to discuss any possible drug interactions between Roxid Oral drops and herbal medicines with your physician before using both together.

Is Roxid Oral drops habit forming?

No habit forming tendencies have been reported with dicyclomine and paracetamol.