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Rhoxim, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Rhoxim has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Rhoxim depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Rhoxim have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Rhoxim go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rhoxim is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Rhoxim related warnings talks about Rhoxim's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rhoxim contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Rhoxim have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rhoxim is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Rhoxim is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Rhoxim safe for pregnant women?
Rhoxim is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Rhoxim safe during breastfeeding?
Rhoxim is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Rhoxim on the Kidneys?
Rhoxim rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rhoxim on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Rhoxim on the liver.
What is the effect of Rhoxim on the Heart?
Using Rhoxim does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Rhoxim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rhoxim unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rhoxim habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Rhoxim is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Rhoxim you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Rhoxim should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rhoxim is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rhoxim
Taking Rhoxim with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rhoxim
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Rhoxim with alcohol.
Rhoxim is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Rhoxim and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Rhoxim and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Discontinuing Rhoxim in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Rhoxim is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)
