Roxysaf Tablet Roxithromycin 150 mg Tablet (Roxithromycin) — Uses, Dosage & NAFDAC

Who is this for?

What is this drug?

Roxithromycin is an antibiotic that works by stopping bacteria from growing and multiplying in your body, helping your immune system fight off infections more effectively.

What is it used for?

Throat infectionschest infections (bronchitispneumonia)ear infectionssinus infectionsskin infectionsurinary tract infectionsdental infectionstonsillitis

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Bacterial Infections

How it works

Binds to the bacterial 50S ribosomal subunit, inhibiting peptide elongation and protein synthesis, resulting in bacteriostatic activity against susceptible gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

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You need a doctor's prescription to buy this drug.

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How to take this drug

Adults usually take one 150 mg tablet twice a day or one 300 mg tablet once a day. Take it at least 15 minutes before food or on an empty stomach for best results. Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water and complete the full course your doctor prescribed, even if you feel better.

What if I Miss a Dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for it.

Important for antibiotics

Always complete the full course even if you feel better. Stopping early can cause the infection to return and become drug-resistant.

What to watch out for

Always complete the full course of your antibiotic even if you feel better after a few days — stopping early can make the bacteria resistant and harder to treat next time. Buy only from trusted pharmacies — avoid roadside sellers or market drugs as fake antibiotics are common in Nigeria. Do not share your roxithromycin with anyone else, even if they have similar symptoms.

Common Side Effects

Stomach pain or discomfort
nausea or feeling like you want to vomit
diarrhea or loose stool
dizziness
mild skin rash

Serious Side Effects

Severe allergic reaction such as swelling of the face
lips or throat and difficulty breathing — go to the hospital immediately. Yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice) which may mean liver problems — stop the drug and see a doctor right away. Severe or bloody diarrhea that does not stop.

Drug Interactions

Avoid taking roxithromycin with ergotamine (used for migraine) as it can cause dangerous blood vessel problems. If you are on warfarin (blood thinner) or theophylline (for asthma), tell your doctor because roxithromycin can increase their effects. Avoid alcohol while on this drug as it may worsen stomach side effects and reduce how well the antibiotic works.

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Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Warning

Roxithromycin is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless your doctor specifically says it is necessary — always consult your doctor first.

Who Should NOT Take This

People allergic to roxithromycin or other macrolide antibiotics like azithromycin or erythromycin. People with severe liver disease. People currently taking ergotamine or dihydroergotamine medications.

How to Store

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat — Nigerian weather can be very hot, so avoid leaving it in your car or near windows. Keep it in its original pack and far away from children.

For information only — not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.

Roxysaf Tablet Roxithromycin 150 mg