Brand Name
Roxid Forte
Generic Name / Composition
Roxithromycin 300 mg
Main Category
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Antibiotic – Macrolide Class
Description
Roxid Forte Tablet contains Roxithromycin 300 mg, a macrolide antibiotic used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections.
It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, preventing growth and multiplication of bacteria.
This high-strength formulation is prescribed in moderate to severe respiratory, skin, and ENT infections.
Uses / Indications
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Respiratory tract infections (bronchitis, pneumonia, pharyngitis, tonsillitis)
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ENT infections (sinusitis, otitis media)
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Skin & soft tissue infections (cellulitis, abscess, boils)
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Urinary tract infections (UTI)
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Dental infections
Dosage (General Guidance)
(As prescribed by physician)
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Adults: 1 tablet (300 mg) once daily OR 150 mg twice daily
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Children: Syrup formulations preferred (dose adjusted as per weight)
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Duration: 5–10 days depending on severity
Route: Oral
Advice: Best taken before meals for maximum absorption
Side Effects
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Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset
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Headache, dizziness
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Skin rash, itching (allergic reaction)
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Rare: Liver enzyme abnormalities, heart rhythm disturbances
Precautions / Warnings
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Not effective in viral infections (cold, flu)
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Avoid in patients with liver disease or heart rhythm disorders
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Use cautiously if taking QT-prolonging medicines
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Complete full antibiotic course to avoid resistance
Drug Interactions
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Warfarin (↑ bleeding risk)
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Digoxin (↑ toxicity)
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Theophylline (↑ side effects)
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Anti-arrhythmic medicines (↑ risk of QT prolongation)
Packaging
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Strip of 10 tablets
Manufacturer
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Vadodara, India
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