Entirox Tablet 150 mg (Roxithromycin)

Adult dose

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

This medication may cause severe blistering skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, so treatment should be discontinued immediately if symptoms such as blisters or mucosal damage appear. Individuals allergic to this drug or macrolide antibiotics should not use it, and it should be avoided in combination with certain medications (terfenadine, astemizole, cisapride, pimozide) due to potential risks. Patients with impaired liver function or the elderly should use this medication cautiously and be aware of resistance issues when used in conjunction with other antibiotics. This medication may affect heart rhythms, so patients with heart disease or prolonged QT intervals require special caution. Patients with myasthenia gravis should be cautious as this medication may worsen symptoms. Rarely, during treatment, allergic reactions, blood abnormalities, liver dysfunction, gastrointestinal issues, pneumonia, neurological symptoms, taste and smell abnormalities, and severe skin reactions may occur, so any such symptoms should be discussed with a healthcare professional immediately. This medication should only be used for the necessary duration as long-term use may lead to the development of resistant bacteria, and patients with liver damage should undergo regular monitoring and dosage adjustments. This medication may interact with multiple drugs, so it is essential to inform healthcare providers of any other medications being taken. Women who are pregnant or potentially pregnant should carefully weigh the risks and benefits before using this medication. If breastfeeding, it is advisable to either avoid treatment or discontinue breastfeeding. Elderly patients do not require dose adjustments, but they should be cautious as side effects such as dizziness or blurred vision may occur. Dizziness or vision impairment may occur while using this medication, so caution is needed when operating machinery or driving, and it should be stored out of reach of children. Additionally, transferring the medication to another container may pose a risk of accidents; therefore, it is best to store it in its original packaging.

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, elevated AST, elevated ALT, elevated ALP, increased serum bilirubin, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, upper abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, abdominal bloating, diarrhea, membranous colitis, loose stools, hemorrhagic colitis, bloody stools, pancreatitis, bronchospasm, cough, dyspnea, abnormal chest X-ray, interstitial pneumonia, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, tongue paralysis, paralysis, taste disturbance, ageusia, smell disturbance, loss of smell, erythema multiforme, purpura, secondary infection due to excessive growth of non-susceptible pathogens, transient hearing loss, auditory impairment, vision disturbance, blurriness, conjunctival injection, general 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 exposure and kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way will help maintain the efficacy of the drug.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle