Roximclav 625 Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as pharyngitis/tonsillitis (throat infections), otitis media (ear infections), sinusitis (infection of the sinuses), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), Lyme disease, septicaemia (bloodstream infection), meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), lower respiratory tract, skin, urinary tract, bone, and joint infections. Roximclav 625 Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefuroxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefuroxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefuroxime against the bacteria. Together, Roximclav 625 Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections. Roximclav 625 Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is effective against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including beta-lactamase-producing strains.

FAQs

How does Roximclav 625 Tablet work?

Roximclav 625 Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefuroxime (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Clavulanic acid (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefuroxime works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. Clavulanic acid works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefuroxime against the bacteria. Together, Roximclav 625 Tablet helps to treat bacterial infections.

Does Roximclav 625 Tablet cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Roximclav 625 Tablet . Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Roximclav 625 Tablet and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Can I stop taking Roximclav 625 Tablet on my own?

Do not stop taking Roximclav 625 Tablet despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectually continue taking Roximclav 625 Tablet for as long as it has been prescribed for you.

Can I take Roximclav 625 Tablet on my own?

Do not take Roximclav 625 Tablet on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

Can I take Roximclav 625 Tablet with antacid medicines?

Avoid taking antacid medicines along with Roximclav 625 Tablet as reduced gastric acidity might lower the effectiveness of Roximclav 625 Tablet .

Does Roximclav 625 Tablet affect contraception?

Roximclav 625 Tablet contains cefuroxime which might interfere with the effectiveness of oral contraceptives (birth control pills). Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor may suggest an alternate method of contraception.