Roxithromycin (Roxithromycin)

Adult dose

(Tablets) Adults: Administer 150㎎ (potency) of roxithromycin per dose orally twice daily, in the morning and evening before meals. For pneumonia, administer 300mg (potency) once daily before breakfast. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Child dose

(Pediatric tablets)(Granules)(Suspension) Children: The average dose used in clinical trials was 6mg (potency) per Kg of body weight daily. This drug is administered orally at 5～8mg (potency) per Kg of body weight daily in 2 divided doses; doses according to body weight are as follows. - Children weighing 6～11Kg: 25mg (potency) per dose twice daily before meals (pediatric tablets and granules only); 2.5mL per dose twice daily before meals (suspension only) - Children weighing 12～23Kg: 50mg (potency) per dose twice daily before meals (pediatric tablets and granules only); 5mL per dose twice daily before meals (suspension only) - Children weighing 24～40Kg: 100mg (potency) per dose twice daily before meals (pediatric tablets and granules only); 10mL per dose twice daily before meals (suspension only)

This medication can cause severe skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis, so if symptoms such as blisters or mucosal damage appear, discontinue use immediately. Patients with an allergy to this medication or currently taking specific drugs (terfenadine, astemizole, cisapride, pimozide, ergot alkaloids, mizolastine) should not use this medication. Patients with impaired liver function, the elderly, and those using specific antibiotics should exercise caution. Caution is also advisable for individuals with heart conditions or those taking certain heart medications, as this medication can affect heart rhythm. This medication can exacerbate muscle weakness symptoms in patients with myasthenia gravis, so caution is advised in such cases. Rarely, allergy reactions, severe hepatitis, gastrointestinal disturbances, diarrhea, pneumonia, neurological anomalies, and auditory and visual impairments may occur, so if any abnormal symptoms arise, consult a medical professional immediately. To prevent the development of resistant bacteria, use this medication only for the necessary duration, and patients with impaired liver function should undergo regular liver function tests and adjust their dosage accordingly. This medication interacts with many other drugs, and concurrent use with specific medications may increase the risk of side effects, so it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist about any medications you are currently taking. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should carefully consider the use of this medication, as it may affect the fetus or baby; during breastfeeding, it is advisable to either avoid its use or discontinue breastfeeding. In the elderly, the half-life of this medication may be extended, but generally, dosage adjustment is not necessary. Symptoms such as dizziness or blurred vision may occur, so caution should be taken while driving or operating machinery. Finally, this medication should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to other containers.

Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, shock, anaphylactic shock, fever, rash, allergic skin reactions, angioedema, eosinophilia, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, cholestatic acute hepatitis, hepatocellular acute hepatitis, jaundice, AST elevation, ALT elevation, ALP elevation, elevated serum bilirubin, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal discomfort, abdominal pain, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, pseudomembranous colitis, watery stools, hemorrhagic colitis, bloody stools, pancreatitis, bronchospasm, cough, dyspnea, abnormal chest X-ray findings, interstitial pneumonia, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, tongue numbness, paralysis, dysgeusia, ageusia, altered sense of smell, anosmia, erythema multiforme, purpura, opportunistic infections due to overgrowth of resistant pathogens, temporary hearing loss, hearing impairment, vision impairment, blurred vision, conjunctival injection, systemic malaise, weakness, palpitations, QT prolongation, ventricular tachycardia, arthralgia, epistaxis, menstrual irregularities, inflammation of oral and vaginal mucosa, hallucinations, confusion

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. Additionally, it is best kept at room temperature between 1°C to 30°C.

Appearance

Round tablet with a white color with a convex shape on both sides

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle