Roxithromycin (GenRx) TM
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Active ingredients: roxithromycin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: GENRX ROXITHROMYCIN roxithromycin 150 mg film coated tablets blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Adults: Roxithromycin is indicated for the treatment of the following types of mild to moderately severe infections caused by or likely to be caused by susceptible microorganisms: Upper respiratory tract infection: acute pharyngitis, tonsillitis and sinusitis. Lower respiratory tract infection: acute bronchitis and acute exacerbations of chronic bronchitis; community acquired pneumonia. Skin and skin structure infections. Nongonococcal urethritis. Children: ROXITHROMYCIN 150 mg tablets are indicated for the treatment of the following mild to moderately severe infections in children caused by or likely to be caused by susceptible microorganisms: Acute pharyngitis. Acute tonsillitis, impetigo. Appropriate culture and sensitivity tests should be performed when necessary to determine organism susceptibility and thus treatment suitability. Therapy with roxithromycin may be initiated before results of these tests are known; once results become available, appropriate therapy should be continued.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- White to off-white, round, convex film coated tablets.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Heat
- Protect from Moisture
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 10 tablets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient roxithromycin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
