Avirox Kid 50mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is avirox kid 50mg tablet used for?
Avirox Kid 50mg Tablet contains Roxithromycin, a macrolide antibiotic that treats bacterial infections like respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and ear infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria, helping the body's immune system to clear the infection.
- Generic Name: Roxithromycin
- Manufacturer: Avalanche Pharmaceuticals
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ avirox kid 50mg 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 | Avalanche Pharmaceuticals |
| 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 avirox kid 50mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of avirox kid 50mg 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 | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Ergotamine | Major | Risk of ergotism |
| Cisapride | Major | Increased risk of cardiac arrhythmias |
| Pimozide | Major | Increased risk of QT prolongation |
| Theophylline | Moderate | Increased theophylline levels |
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.