Celoquin Tablets (Roxithromycin)

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 150 mg (potency) of roxithromycin orally twice daily, in the morning and evening before meals. For pneumonia, administer 300 mg (potency) once daily before the morning meal. The dose may be adjusted as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Although this medication can cause serious skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, it should be discontinued immediately if symptoms such as blisters or mucosal injury occur. This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to this medication or macrolide antibiotics, or by those taking specific medications (terfenadine, astemizole, cisapride, pimozide, ergot alkaloids, mizolastine). It should be used with caution in patients with impaired liver function or elderly individuals, and care should be taken when used in combination with other antibiotics due to potential interactions. This medication may affect the electrical activity of the heart; therefore, careful administration is needed in patients with heart disease or those taking certain antiarrhythmic drugs. Patients with myasthenia gravis may experience worsening symptoms while taking this medication, so caution is required. During treatment, allergic reactions, blood abnormalities, liver function abnormalities, gastrointestinal issues, respiratory issues, neurological abnormalities, sensory issues, skin rashes, hearing problems, and vision problems may arise; if any unusual symptoms occur, consult a doctor immediately. Prolonged use of this medication may lead to antibiotic resistance, making it important to take it for only the duration prescribed by a physician. Patients with impaired liver function may need regular liver function tests and dosage adjustments, whereas patients with decreased kidney function do not typically need separate dosage adjustments. Excessive dosing should be avoided in children, and the recommended dosage and duration should be strictly followed. This medication has interactions with several drugs, and the risk of side effects may increase when taken with certain medications; therefore, all medications being taken should be disclosed to healthcare professionals. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits of this medication, and breastfeeding women should avoid taking it if possible or stop breastfeeding. Elderly individuals may experience prolonged half-life of the medication but typically do not require dosage adjustments. Dizziness or visual disturbances may occur while taking this medication, so caution is advised when operating machinery or driving. Lastly, keep this medication out of the reach of children and avoid transferring it to other containers.

Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, shock, fever, rash, allergic skin reaction, angioedema, eosinophilia, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, cholestatic acute hepatitis, hepatocellular acute hepatitis, jaundice, elevated AST, elevated ALT, elevated ALP, elevated serum bilirubin, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, gastric discomfort, stomach pain, abdominal pain, abdominal distention, diarrhea, membranous colitis, loose stools, hemorrhagic colitis, blood in stool, pancreatitis, bronchospasm, cough, shortness of breath, abnormal chest X-ray, interstitial pneumonia, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, tongue numbness, paralysis, dysgeusia, ageusia, olfactory disturbances, anosmia, erythema multiforme, purpura, superinfection due to overgrowth of non-susceptible pathogens, transient hearing loss, auditory impairment, vision disturbances, blurred vision, conjunctival injection, general malaise, weakness, palpitations, QT prolongation, ventricular tachycardia, arthralgia, nosebleeds, menstrual irregularities, inflammation of oral and vaginal mucosa, hallucinations, confusion

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to ensure the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White, round, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle