arox 150mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is arox 150mg tablet used for?
Atrox (Roxithromycin) is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. It contains Roxithromycin (150mg), which Binds to the 50S ribosomal subunit of susceptible bacteria, inhibiting protein s. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Roxithromycin
- Manufacturer: Anikem Laboratories
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ arox 150mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Respiratory tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, genitourinary infections, dental infections.
Off-label uses: Lyme disease, pertussis, atypical mycobacterial infections.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Roxithromycin |
| Brand Name | Atrox |
| Manufacturer | Anikem Laboratories |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Macrolides |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Binds to the 50S ribosomal subunit of susceptible bacteria, inhibiting protein synthesis.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take arox 150mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of arox 150mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reactions
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Hepatitis
- QT prolongation
- Pseudomembranous colitis
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Pancreatitis
- Hearing loss
- Myasthenia gravis exacerbation
- Interstitial nephritis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Moderate | Increased INR and bleeding risk |
| Ergotamine | Major | Risk of ergotism (vasospasm) |
| Cisapride | Major | Increased risk of cardiac arrhythmias |
| Theophylline | Moderate | Increased theophylline levels and toxicity |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Ergotamine
- Dihydroergotamine
- Cisapride
- Pimozide
- Terfenadine
- Astemizole
โก Moderate Interactions
- Warfarin
- Theophylline
- Digoxin
- Cyclosporine
- Disopyramide
- Midazolam
- Triazolam
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- H2 antagonists
- Proton pump inhibitors
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may delay absorption; avoid grapefruit juice.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No significant interaction; but alcohol may increase GI side effects.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to roxithromycin or any macrolide; concomitant use with ergot derivatives or cisapride.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Liver function tests, renal function, ECG in patients with risk factors for QT prolongation.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk in small amounts; caution advised.
๐ Overdose Management
Gastric lavage, supportive measures; no specific antidote.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.