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Roxibest 150mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Roxibest 150mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It is effective in resolving most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It stops the growth of infection-causing bacteria and thus resolves the symptoms.

Roxibest 150mg Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Roxibest Tablet

Benefits of Roxibest Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Roxibest 150mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eye in adults and children. It is also used for treating typhoid fever and some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.

This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

How to use Roxibest Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Roxibest 150mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Roxibest 150mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Roxibest 150mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Roxibest 150mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Roxibest 150mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Roxibest 150mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Roxibest 150mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Roxibest 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Roxibest 150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Roxibest 150mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
  • Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Roxibest 150mg Tablet.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stop taking Roxibest 150mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Semi-synthetic macrolide
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Macrolides

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FAQs

Is Roxibest 150mg Tablet safe?

Roxibest 150mg Tablet is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Does Roxibest 150mg Tablet treat urinary tract infections (UTI)?

Roxibest 150mg Tablet can be used to 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 starting antibiotics.

Can the use of Roxibest 150mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Roxibest 150mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

How long does Roxibest 150mg Tablet takes to work?

Usually, Roxibest 150mg Tablet starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

What if I don't get better after using Roxibest 150mg Tablet?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I stop taking Roxibest 150mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Roxibest 150mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can the use of Roxibest 150mg Tablet cause infertility?

There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Roxibest 150mg Tablet will cause infertility in males or females.

Is Roxibest 150mg Tablet an antibiotic?

Roxibest 150mg Tablet is an antibiotic and belongs to the group of antibiotics known as macrolides. Roxibest 150mg Tablet prevents bacteria from growing, by interfering with their protein synthesis.

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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

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