Syrox Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Sarvit Life Sciences |
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 | 4.5 |
User Reviews | 641 |
FAQ
What if I don't get better after using Syrox?
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.
How long does Syrox takes to work?
Usually, Syrox 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 Syrox cause infertility?
There is no firm evidence to suggest that the use of Syrox will cause infertility in males or females.
Can the use of Syrox cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Syrox 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.
Is Syrox safe?
Syrox is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Can I stop taking Syrox when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Syrox and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Does Syrox treat urinary tract infections (UTI)?
Syrox 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.
Is Syrox an antibiotic?
Syrox is an antibiotic and belongs to the group of antibiotics known as macrolides. Syrox prevents bacteria from growing, by interfering with their protein synthesis.
What if you forget to take Syrox?
If you miss a dose of Syrox, 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.
Syrox Tablet Reviews
Syrox 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.
Syrox 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.
Syrox 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 Syrox Tablet Works
Syrox 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 Syrox 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. Syrox is to be taken empty stomach.
Benefits of Syrox Tablet
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Syrox 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 Syrox Tablet
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
Syrox Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Syrox does not cause any harmful side effects.
Liver
CAUTION
Syrox should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Syrox may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Syrox 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Syrox 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.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Syrox is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Syrox may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Syrox may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Quick Tips
- Do not take antacids 2 hours before or after taking Syrox.
- 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.
- 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.
- Your doctor has prescribed Syrox to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Stop taking Syrox and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
References
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- Roxithromycin. Boronia Victoria: GlaxoSmithKline Australia Pty Ltd.; 23 Nov. 2006 [revised 18 Dec. 2006].
- Roxithromycin. Macquarie Park, New South Wales: Apotex Pty Ltd.; 2008 [revised 23 Jul. 2018].