Carox 150mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Roxithromycin (150mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Semi-synthetic macrolide
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Macrolides
User Rating	4.3
User Reviews	314

FAQ

Is Carox 150mg an antibiotic?

Carox 150mg is an antibiotic and belongs to the group of antibiotics known as macrolides. Carox 150mg prevents bacteria from growing, by interfering with their protein synthesis.

Is Carox 150mg safe?

Carox 150mg is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

How long does Carox 150mg takes to work?

Usually, Carox 150mg starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Can the use of Carox 150mg cause infertility?

There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Carox 150mg will cause infertility in males or females.

What if I don't get better after using Carox 150mg?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can the use of Carox 150mg cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Carox 150mg can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Does Carox 150mg treat urinary tract infections (UTI)?

Carox 150mg can be used to treat lower urinary tract infections i.e. infections of the urinary bladder and urethra. However, please consult a doctor before taking any antibiotics for your condition as it is important to diagnose the infection before starting antibiotics.

Can I stop taking Carox 150mg when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Carox 150mg and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

What if you forget to take Carox Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Carox 150mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Carox 150mg Tablet Reviews

Carox 150mg is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It is effective in resolving most infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, and skin. It stops the growth of infection-causing bacteria and thus resolves the symptoms.

Carox 150mg should be taken by mouth on an empty stomach. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include nausea, vomiting, pain in the abdomen, and diarrhea. These are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.

Inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy or heart problems before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

How Carox 150mg Tablet Works

Carox 150mg is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

How to Use Carox 150mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Carox 150mg is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Carox 150mg Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Carox 150mg is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eye in adults and children. It is also used for treating typhoid fever and some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Uses of Carox 150mg Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Carox 150mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Carox 150mg is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Alcohol ^SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Carox 150mg does not cause any harmful side effects.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Carox 150mg is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Carox 150mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Carox 150mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Carox 150mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Carox 150mg is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Carox 150mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Quick Tips

Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Stop taking Carox 150mg and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Your doctor has prescribed Carox 150mg to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Take it 1 hour before or two hours after food.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Carox 150mg.