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Roxid-M Tablet

Manufactured byALEMBIC LTD
ContainsRoxithromycin (150 mg) + Ambroxol (60 mg)
Description
Roxid-M Tablet is a combination of Roxithromycin and Ambroxol. It is used in the treatment of lung infections. Roxithromycin works by stopping the growth of bacteria and helps treat the infection. Ambroxol works by loosening the excess mucus that may be produced in lung infections and makes it easier to cough out. Roxid-M Tablet may cause common side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen. Roxid-M Tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. Take it at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of this medicine in your body. It is recommended to take this medicine on an empty stomach, at least 15 minutes before food or three hours after food for better absorption. Roxid-M Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have pre-existing kidney, liver or heart problems before beginning treatment with this medicine. Close evaluation with respect to your current medicines is necessary to avoid any undesired side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before taking this medication.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Roxid-M Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Headache
  • Skin rash
  • Taste and/or smell disturbances

Uses of Roxid-M Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
  • Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Roxid-M Tablet begins to show its effect within 30 minutes after intake.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration for which Roxid-M Tablet remains effective in your body is not clinically known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with Roxid-M Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies in pregnant women, the risk to your developing foetus due to Roxid-M Tablet is not known. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Roxid-M Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.

Allergy

Avoid taking Roxid-M Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Severe liver impairment

Liver impairment is a condition of reduced liver function. Roxid-M Tablet is not recommended if you have severe liver impairment due to the increased risk of severe side effects.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to a lack of safety and efficacy studies in pregnant women, the risk to your developing foetus due to Roxid-M Tablet is not known. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Roxid-M Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
General warnings

Antibiotic resistance

Antibiotic resistance occurs when the bacteria develop the ability to defeat the effects of the medicine that was intended to kill them. Hence, to avoid such resistance, you should always complete the entire course of treatment with Roxid-M Tablet as prescribed by your doctor.

Other medicines

Roxid-M Tablet may interact with other medicines and may cause undesired side effects. Inform your doctor about your current medicines including any herbs or supplements before taking this medicine.

Diarrhoea

Roxid-M Tablet can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Get emergency medical help if you experience severe watery or bloody diarrhoea. Consult your doctor before taking anti-diarrhoeal medication.

Driving or Operating machines

Roxid-M Tablet may cause dizziness. If you experience any symptoms that may affect your mental alertness, do not drive vehicles or operate machines.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Roxid-M Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.

Overdose

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Roxid-M Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Antacids

Digoxin

Amiodarone

Warfarin

Atorvastatin

Theophylline

Disease interactions

Heart Disease

Roxid-M Tablet should be used with caution if you have pre-existing heart problems due to the increased risk of an irregular heartbeat and heart rhythm problem called QT prolongation. You may require dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.

Kidney Disease

Roxid-M Tablet is eliminated by kidneys and should be used with caution if you have pre-existing kidney problems due to the increased risk of side effects, resulting from the accumulation of this medicine in your body. Your kidney function needs to be closely monitored and dose adjustments may be required based on your clinical condition.

Liver Disease

Roxid-M Tablet is metabolized and broken down by the liver and should be used with caution if you have pre-existing liver problems (mild to moderate) due to the increased risk of side effects, resulting from the accumulation of this medicine in your body. Your liver function needs to be closely monitored and dose adjustments may be required based on your clinical condition.

Myasthenia Gravis

Myasthenia gravis is a condition that causes weakness in your skeletal muscles (the muscles your body uses for movement). Symptoms may include weakness in your arms and legs, visual disturbances, impaired speech, difficulty in swallowing, etc. Roxid-M Tablet should be used with caution if you have myasthenia gravis due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.
Food interactions
Food may affect the absorption of Roxid-M Tablet. Hence it is recommended to take this medicine on an empty stomach, at least 15 minutes before meals or three hours after meals.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Roxid-M Tablet on an empty stomach, at least 15 minutes before meals or three hours after meals. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Drink an adequate amount of water as it can also help in loosening mucus from your airways. Roxid-M Tablet may cause diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you experience a severe worsening of your condition. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines if you experience any symptoms that may affect your alertness after taking Roxid-M Tablet.
Miscelleneous

To be taken on an empty stomach

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Effect on sleep is not established

How it works
Roxid-M Tablet is a combination of Roxithromycin and Ambroxol. Roxithromycin works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It acts by blocking the formation of proteins necessary for bacterial growth and treats the infection. Ambroxol works by loosening the mucus making it easier to cough out.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Macrolides, Antibiotics, Mucolytics

Schedule

Schedule H

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Roxithromycin. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 3 December 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Roxithromycin>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Ambroxol. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 3 December 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Ambroxol>

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