Roxon (Rhombus) Information
Roxon (Rhombus) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Roxon (Rhombus) has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Roxon (Rhombus) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Roxon (Rhombus) have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Roxon (Rhombus) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Roxon (Rhombus) is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Roxon (Rhombus) related warnings talks about Roxon (Rhombus)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Roxon (Rhombus) is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Roxon (Rhombus) are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Roxon (Rhombus) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Roxon (Rhombus) is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
- Roxon (Rhombus) Benefits & Uses
- Roxon (Rhombus) Dosage & How to Take
- Roxon (Rhombus) Side Effects
- Roxon (Rhombus) Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Roxon (Rhombus) with Other Drugs
- Roxon (Rhombus) Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Roxon (Rhombus)
- Roxon (Rhombus) Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Roxon (Rhombus) Benefits & Uses
Roxon (Rhombus) is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Roxon (Rhombus) Dosage & How to Take
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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Roxon (Rhombus) Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Roxon (Rhombus) is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- पेट दर्द
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Sore throat
- Steven-johnsons syndrome
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rash
- Headache
- Urticaria
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Chills
- पेट की गैस
- Flushing
Roxon (Rhombus) Related Warnings
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Is the use of Roxon (Rhombus) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Roxon (Rhombus) without worrying about any side effects.
Safe -
Is the use of Roxon (Rhombus) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Roxon (Rhombus) for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
Mild -
What is the effect of Roxon (Rhombus) on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Roxon (Rhombus) on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Roxon (Rhombus) on the Liver?
Roxon (Rhombus) has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Roxon (Rhombus) on the Heart?
Roxon (Rhombus) is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Roxon (Rhombus) with Other Drugs
Roxon (Rhombus) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Roxon (Rhombus) Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Roxon (Rhombus) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Jaundice
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Drug Allergy
- Syphilis
Frequently asked Questions about Roxon (Rhombus)
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Is this Roxon (Rhombus) habit forming or addictive?
Roxon (Rhombus) is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Roxon (Rhombus) can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Roxon (Rhombus) only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Roxon (Rhombus) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Roxon (Rhombus) Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Roxon (Rhombus)
Taking Roxon (Rhombus) with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Roxon (Rhombus)
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Roxon (Rhombus) and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Roxon (Rhombus)
Question almost 7 years ago
Can I use Roxon (Rhombus) to treat pneumonia?
Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Yes, you can use Roxon (Rhombus) to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Question almost 7 years ago
Can I take Roxon (Rhombus) with doxycycline?
Dr. , General Physician
Roxon (Rhombus) and doxycycline 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.
Question almost 7 years ago
Is Roxon (Rhombus) used in the treatment of typhoid fever?
Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery
Yes Roxon (Rhombus) is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Question over 6 years ago
Can I buy Roxon (Rhombus) over-the-counter?
Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality
No, you can not buy Roxon (Rhombus) over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Question over 7 years ago
What is Roxon (Rhombus)?
Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
Roxon (Rhombus) is a brand name for ceftriaxone. 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.
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