M Roxim 1500mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (e.g. pneumonia), ear, throat, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery.

M Roxim 1500mg Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of M Roxim Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of M Roxim Injection

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

M Roxim 1500mg Injection is a versatile antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones, joints, skin and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Side effects of M Roxim Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of M Roxim

Rash
Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Increased liver enzymes
Nausea
Injection site reaction
Diarrhea

How to use M Roxim Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with M Roxim 1500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

M Roxim 1500mg Injection 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

M Roxim 1500mg Injection 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.
Avoid prolonged use of M Roxim 1500mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

NOT RELEVANT

Not relevant, as M Roxim 1500mg Injection is intended for use in hospitalised patients.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of M Roxim 1500mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of M Roxim 1500mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take M Roxim Injection?

If you miss a dose of M Roxim 1500mg Injection, consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed M Roxim 1500mg Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Discontinue M Roxim 1500mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Intermediate spectrum {Second generation cephalosporins}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 2nd generation

Patient concerns

Cerebral palsy for physiotherapy

Dr. Mehtab Baig

Orthopaedic Physiotherapy

I m Physiotherapist, but i m from lucknow

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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Dermatology

Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion

I have some serious back pain issue,for about 2 years now,sometimes it eases a bit but worsen more often. I feel the pain severely only after my afternoon sleep. Currently for around last one year having only zerodol th8 tablets to get some relief . Yet for last one week the pain is not easing even after having the tablet twice daily. Can you please help.

Dr. Mehtab Baig

Orthopaedic Physiotherapy

Stop zerodol tab. Do a m. R. I. First,M. R. I. Of whole spine

FAQs

Q. Is M Roxim 1500mg Injection better than amoxicillin?

M Roxim 1500mg Injection is an antibiotic which is useful in treating bacterial infections. Amoxicillin is also an effective and cheap antibiotic which is used to treat many types of bacterial infections. The only difference among these medicines is the response of the medicine to the infection, as it varies from person to person. The effectiveness of two daily dose of M Roxim 1500mg Injection is same as three daily doses of amoxicillin.

Q. Can M Roxim 1500mg Injection be given in nursing mothers?

M Roxim 1500mg Injection should be used with caution in nursing mothers as it is excreted via milk and can get transferred to the baby while breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before you start taking this medication for infections.

Q. Can M Roxim 1500mg Injection be used in kids?

Yes, M Roxim 1500mg Injection can be used in the children of age 3 months or more for treating the infections. The safety and effectiveness of this medication have not been established in children less than 3 months. Special care must be taken while giving antibiotics to the children. The dosage must be calculated appropriately according to the age and weight of the child. Do consult your treating physician for exact instructions.

Q. Can M Roxim 1500mg Injection cause diarrhea?

Yes, in rare cases, M Roxim 1500mg Injection can cause serious diarrhea during or after antibiotic use. When the broad-spectrum antibiotics are started or given for a longer time, the normal bacterial gut flora gets damaged and that can lead to diarrhea. Usually, discontinuation of medicine can subside diarrhea. However, if diarrhea persists or if there is blood in the stool then immediately contact your physician.

Q. Can M Roxim 1500mg Injection be given in patients with kidney failure?

M Roxim 1500mg Injection is a medication which is excreted through the kidneys. Yes, it can be given, but the dosage of the antibiotic should be decreased according to the severity of the kidney impairment. Inform your doctor if you have any history of kidney impairment before you start taking this medication.

Q. How long does M Roxim 1500mg Injection take to work?

The amount of time M Roxim 1500mg Injection takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it, but for maximum effect, it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.

Q. How long should you take M Roxim 1500mg Injection?

The duration of therapy with M Roxim 1500mg Injection depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.

Q. Can M Roxim 1500mg Injection be taken on an empty stomach?

No, M Roxim 1500mg Injection should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking M Roxim 1500mg Injection with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.

Q. Can M Roxim 1500mg Injection treat UTI?

Yes, M Roxim 1500mg Injection can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.

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