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Rithromed

Rithromed

roxithromycin

Manufacturer:

Millimed

Distributor:

Prosp Pharma

Marketer:

Prosp Pharma
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Roxithromycin
Indications/Uses
Resp tract, urinary & soft tissue infections.
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Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult 150 mg bid or 300 mg once daily at least 15 min before meals for 5-10 days. Childn weighing 6-40 kg 5-8 mg/kg daily.
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Overdosage
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Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take at least 15 min before meals.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity.
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Special Precautions
Hepatic & renal impairment. Pregnancy. Increased risk of infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis during lactation.
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Adverse Reactions
Diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain & vomiting.
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Drug Interactions
Astemizole, cisapride, terfenadine. Increased effect of cyclosporine.
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Storage
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Description
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Action
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MIMS Class
Macrolides
ATC Classification
J01FA06 - roxithromycin ; Belongs to the class of macrolides. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Rithromed tab 150 mg
Packing/Price
(pack) 10 × 10's
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